Senior IP Litigation Associate — Patents & Tech

J T; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 310,000 - 435,000; Full time

Job summary

J T is seeking a midlevel to senior IP litigation associate to handle patent disputes involving electronics, semiconductors, integrated circuits, and mechanical devices. The role encompasses federal district court, ITC, and PTAB proceedings within a collaborative, nationwide team.

The ideal candidate holds a CS or EE degree, has 4+ years of patent litigation experience, demonstrates strong research and writing skills, and is eligible to practice law in the United States.

Qualifications

• A degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering.
• Approximately four or more years of patent litigation experience, with strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Experience with district court patent litigation; PTAB or ITC experience is a plus.
• Must be licensed, or eligible to become licensed, to practice law in the applicable jurisdiction.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing patents and preparing invalidity and infringement contentions.
• Developing case strategy and working with technical experts.
• Drafting briefs and other substantive filings, managing discovery, and preparing witnesses.
• Taking and defending depositions and contributing to hearings and trial preparation.
• Working directly with clients and collaborating with colleagues across offices.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Patent litigation

Education

CS or EE degree

Job description

J T is seeking a midlevel to senior IP litigation associate to handle patent disputes involving electronics, semiconductors, integrated circuits, and mechanical devices. The role encompasses federal district court, ITC, and PTAB proceedings within a collaborative, nationwide team.

The ideal candidate holds a CS or EE degree, has 4+ years of patent litigation experience, demonstrates strong research and writing skills, and is eligible to practice law in the United States.