Patent Litigation Associate #22586 Washington, DC

Vanguard Intellectual Partners, LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanguard Intellectual Partners, LLC (Vanguard-IP) focuses on placing IP and patent professionals nationwide. We connect clients with candidates who have deep expertise in patent law and engineering backgrounds, prioritizing top academic records and clear communication.

Our team values collaboration and a proactive approach to matching career interests with client needs, ensuring resumes reach decision-makers. We look forward to speaking with you about your next opportunity.

Qualifications

• Ideal candidates will have prior experience in patent litigation in federal courts, the ITC, and/or the PTAB.
• Willingness to assist with legal research, discovery, briefing, and expert reports.
• Candidates should be team oriented with outstanding academics and strong written and oral communication.
• Registered patent attorney with a technical degree (EE or CS preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assist with legal research and discovery processes.
• Draft briefing materials and manage expert reports.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to meet deadlines.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional ethics.

Skills

Patent litigation experience

Legal research

Discovery

Briefing

Expert reports

Written communication

Oral communication

Team oriented

Academic excellence

Education

Patent attorney (registered)

Technical degree (EE/CS preferred)

Job description

REQUIREMENTS

Ideal candidates will have prior experience in patent litigation, including in federal district courts, the ITC, and/or the PTAB. Willingness to assist with legal research, discovery, briefing, and expert reports is a must. The firm is seeking candidates who are team oriented, have an outstanding academic record and demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills. The ideal candidate will also be a registered patent attorney with a technical degree, including preferably in electrical engineering or computer sciences, although other technical backgrounds will be considered.

SUMMARY

Vanguard Intellectual Partners (Vanguard-IP) specializes in the placement of IP/Patent professionals nationwide.

Our sole focus on intellectual property enables us to more deeply understand our clients’ technical needs, and our candidates’ individual talents and career interests. Our broad network of long-term client relationships gives us a competitive edge.

Our recruiters all have 10+ years of IP recruiting experience, and an exceptional record of success. We have superior knowledge of the IP job market, and offer trusted career advice for our candidates. We also have the resources and high-level contacts to get your resume noticed by the people who matter.

We look forward to speaking with you, and learning more about what you are seeking in your next opportunity.

CONFIDENTIALITY

At Vanguard-IP, we respect the confidentiality of every candidate who contacts us. Furthermore, we will always obtain expressed authorization before submitting your resume to any of our clients.

Should you have an interest in exploring opportunities in another location, we have hundreds of openings in other markets.