Technical Advisor

White & Case LLP; Washington; On-site; USD 96,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) retirement savings

Vacation time

Parental leave

Job summary

White & Case LLP in the United States seeks a Technical Advisor within its Intellectual Property practice to provide expert guidance on patent, trade secret, copyright and other complex technology-related disputes. You will analyze software and digital content issues and collaborate with Litigation and IP partners.

Responsibilities include in-depth research, data management, and supporting innovative problem-solving while fostering continuous learning and regulatory compliance across matters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• PhD or Master’s in CS/EE/ME is preferred for advanced positions.

Responsibilities

• Provides professional advice with a focus on patent, trade secret, copyright and other complex technology-related disputes involving software, algorithms and digital content
• Liaises with Litigation and Intellectual Property partners and associates to address complex issues and challenges
• Conducts in-depth research and analysis on prevalent issues within an area of specialism, providing insights on client matters
• Maintains client and case files, facilitating efficient data management and ensuring regulatory compliance
• May assist in scoping and project management to ensure timely and effective delivery of specialist advisory services
• Promotes a culture of continuous learning within the team, leading by example in maintaining up-to-date knowledge of specialist advisories and regulatory changes
• Providing professional support to the development of innovative solutions to complex problems and operational challenges
• Sound analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to independently conduct detailed analysis, investigate issues and identify solutions, seeking guidance only on atypical or complex issues
• Sound communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written, to effectively engage with team members and occasionally external stakeholders
• Bachelor’s degree and PhD or Masters in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Skills

IP strategy

IP litigation support

Legal research

Education

Bachelor’s degree

PhD or Masters in Computer Science or Engineering

Job description

Our Intellectual Property (IP) Practice specializes in providing strategic legal services related to the protection, enforcement and commercialization of intellectual property rights. We provide specialized advice on a broad spectrum of IP matters, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets and patent licensing agreements. Our team excels in developing and implementing IP strategies, conducting IP due diligence, and managing IP litigation and dispute resolution. In addition to these core services, we offer counsel on IP portfolio management, branding and the negotiation of technology transfer agreements. Leveraging our extensive expertise and global reach, we help clients safeguard their innovations, maximize the value of their IP assets and navigate the complexities of international IP law, ensuring competitive advantage in the market.

The Technical Advisor provides professional support and guidance within own area of specialism. The Technical Advisor conducts detailed analysis and investigation to provide advice, identify solutions and improvements to existing approaches, working with legal teams across the Firm.

The roles and responsibilities of this job include:

• Provides professional advice with a particular focus on patent, trade secret, copyright and other complex technology-related disputes involving software, algorithms and digital content
• Liaises with Litigation and Intellectual Property partners and associates to address complex issues and challenges, leveraging knowledge of a specialism to provide effective solutions
• Conducts in-depth research and analysis on prevalent issues within an area of specialism, providing insights on client matters
• Maintains client and case files, facilitating efficient data management and ensuring regulatory compliance
• May assist in scoping and project management to ensure timely and effective delivery of specialist advisory services
• Promotes a culture of continuous learning within the team, leading by example in maintaining up-to-date knowledge of specialist advisories and regulatory changes
• Providing professional support to the development of innovative solutions to complex problems and operational challenges
• Sound analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to independently conduct detailed analysis, investigate issues and identify solutions, seeking guidance only on atypical or complex issues
• Sound communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written, to effectively engage with team members and occasionally external stakeholders
• Bachelor’s degree and PhD or Masters in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Salary Range: $96,000 - $155,000

This role reports to

Partner

Equal Opportunities

White & Case is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and is committed to creating a fair workplace. It is our Firm’s policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law.

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Benefits at White & Case

White & Case LLP offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs to all eligible employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, 401(k) retirement savings, vacation time, and leave programs (including parental leave). Exempt roles are also performance bonus eligible.

The Firm may modify and amend any job description at any time in its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment.

The above is only a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties.