Patent Litigation Associate - Mechanical Focus, 1-3 yrs

Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP; Washington, Baltimore (District of Columbia, MD); On-site; USD 225,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP in Washington, DC seeks junior litigation associates with 1-3 years of patent litigation experience, including researching and drafting pleadings, discovery, and motion papers. Mechanical arts background preferred.

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field and exceptional writing skills. The firm offers a strong IP litigation platform with opportunities across federal courts and appeals.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of patent litigation experience.
• Experience in the mechanical arts and knowledge of computer technology, coding, and signal processing.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Research and draft pleadings, discovery, and motion papers.
• Support associates in IP litigation across patent, trademarks, and related disputes.

Skills

Patent litigation

Legal writing

Research & drafting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP in Washington, DC seeks junior litigation associates with 1-3 years of patent litigation experience, including researching and drafting pleadings, discovery, and motion papers. Mechanical arts background preferred.

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field and exceptional writing skills. The firm offers a strong IP litigation platform with opportunities across federal courts and appeals.