Patent Litigation Associate — ITC, PTAB & Federal Courts

Vanguard-IP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanguard-IP, a premier AmLaw 100 firm with Cravath-level compensation, seeks an experienced patent litigator in New York. The successful candidate will handle high-stakes patent disputes from fact development through trial, coordinate related ITC and PTAB matters, and draft persuasive briefs and motions.

Strong academic credentials, a JD from an accredited school, and active bar admission are required. Excellent analytical and writing skills, and the ability to collaborate in a team, are

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• Admission to the relevant jurisdiction to practice law.
• Prior patent litigation experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Handle patent litigation in federal district court from fact development through trial preparation.
• Coordinate with ITC investigations and PTAB proceedings where applicable.
• Draft briefs, motions, and client communications of high quality.
• Work with technical experts to master complex technologies for persuasive arguments.
• Manage IP disputes involving SEPs/FRAND and standards (telecom, Wi-Fi, video coding).

Skills

Analytical skills

Strong writing

Problem-solving

Team-oriented

Legal research

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar admission

Job description

Vanguard-IP, a premier AmLaw 100 firm with Cravath-level compensation, seeks an experienced patent litigator in New York. The successful candidate will handle high-stakes patent disputes from fact development through trial, coordinate related ITC and PTAB matters, and draft persuasive briefs and motions.

Strong academic credentials, a JD from an accredited school, and active bar admission are required. Excellent analytical and writing skills, and the ability to collaborate in a team, are