Senior IP Litigation Associate

ArentFox Schiff; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 320,000 - 375,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm seeks a Senior IP Litigation Associate with 6-9 years of experience. Ideal candidates will have proven skills in trial and deposition management, along with a strong academic background in molecular biology or advanced chemistry. Engage in meaningful work while promoting diversity and inclusion within the firm’s culture.

Benefits

Comprehensive bonus system

Opportunities for merit-based bonuses

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Experience with trial, motions, depositions, and discovery management required.
• Strong writing skills and academic credentials needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage patent litigation cases, including trials and motion practice.
• Prepare expert reports and manage discovery processes.

Skills

Trial Experience

Deposition Skills

Writing Skills

Discovery Management

Education

Degree in Molecular Biology

Advanced Chemistry Degree

Job description

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Base pay range

$320,000.00/yr - $375,000.00/yr

At ArentFox Schiff, we know that diverse backgrounds produce different perspectives, richer thinking, and more creative solutions to the challenges our clients face. We hope you share that vision. Join us and take on the challenge of doing meaningful work while helping us build a culture that reflects our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We base all of our employment decisions on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected characteristic.

ArentFox Schiff LLP is seeking a senior patent litigation associate to join its 6th – 9th year class preferably in our Chicago or Washington, D.C. offices. We are open to considering Counsel for this role. Experience with trial, motions, depositions, expert reports, and discovery management is required. Additional requirements include strong writing skills and strong academic credentials with specifically a degree in molecular biology or advanced chemistry degree, to show experience with biotechnology/biologic pharmaceuticals. ArentFox Schiff LLP offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits. Please submit your resume, law school transcript, and a writing sample.

ArentFox Schiff LLP is internationally recognized in core industries where business and the law intersect. With more than 600 lawyers and policy professionals, the firm serves as a destination for an international roster of corporations, governments, private individuals, and trade associations.

The good faith base salary range for this position is a minimum of $320,000 to a maximum of $375,000 per year. The actual salary rate offered to candidates within that range will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, years of relevant experience, education, applicable bar admissions, and the candidate’s overall qualifications for the position as assessed by the Firm. In addition to a competitive base salary, we offer a comprehensive bonus system with opportunities for associates to receive: hours-based productivity bonuses, cash bonuses for business generation and expansion, and merit-based bonuses to recognize and reward outstanding performance and contributions ranging from $10,000-$200,000+.

ArentFox Schiff is committed to equal employment opportunity and diversity in the workplace. We base all employment decisions on merit and maintain a policy of considering all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, citizenship status, order of protection status, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, physical or mental disability, parental status, source of income, military or veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other basis protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Law Practice

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