Patent Associate 21953 Dallas

Vanguard-IP; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanguard-IP is seeking a qualified legal professional with patent litigation experience in federal courts. The role requires a Juris Doctor (JD) and a strong ability to draft legal documents and work alongside technical experts.

Ideal candidates will have excellent writing skills, strong academic credentials, and the ability to engage in ITC investigations as well as PTAB proceedings. The position is based in Dallas, Texas.

Qualifications

• Experience with patent litigation in federal district court including discovery and trial preparation.
• Knowledge of ITC investigations and PTAB proceedings.
• Ability to draft high-quality briefs and motions.

Skills

Patent litigation experience

ITC investigations

Drafting legal documents

Working with technical experts

Understanding of SEPs/FRAND

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Requirements

Seeking candidates who have experience with:

• Patent litigation in federal district court, including fact development, discovery, motion practice, expert issues, and trial preparation
• ITC (Section 337) investigations, including coordination with parallel district court and/or PTAB proceedings
• Drafting high-quality written work product, including briefs, motions, and client communications
• Working with technical experts and quickly mastering complex technologies to present clear, persuasive arguments
• PTAB proceedings, including IPRs
• Experience with or interest in SEPs/FRAND and disputes involving telecommunications and multimedia standards (e.g., cellular, Wi?Fi, video coding)

Additional requirements include the following:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Strong academic credentials
• Excellent analytical, writing, and problem-solving skills; collaborative and team-oriented
• Admission to practice in the relevant jurisdiction required.