Technical Advisor

Talentify; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid remote option

Job summary

McGuireWoods is seeking a Technical Advisor to join the Commercial Litigation - Patent group. The role supports patent litigation teams by analyzing computer-related technology and patents at issue in matters.

The position requires strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with a focus on detail and confidentiality. The adviser will work in a hybrid environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive informed legal strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science; Master’s or Ph.D. preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Planning and organizational skills.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with initiative.
• Interpersonal skills and ability to handle confidential communications.
• Strong research and problem solving skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Interest in innovative technology platforms (e.g., Harvey AI).

Responsibilities

• Understands developments in relevant technology areas.
• Analyzes standards and embodiments of technology relevant to cases.
• Analyzes patents and patent families; defines terms for litigation.
• Performs prior art searches for invalidity and other purposes.
• Conducts research on technology areas and teaches teams about the technology, products, and patents involved.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

Master’s or Ph.D. preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Harvey AI

Job description

Overview

McGuireWoods is seeking a Technical Advisor to join our firm's Commercial Litigation - Patent group. The Technical Advisor will assist patent litigation teams in analyzing and understanding computer-related technology at issue in various patent litigation matters.

McGuireWoods, one of the world’s leading law firms, has provided legal solutions to corporate, individual and nonprofit clients since 1834. Along with excellent benefits, McGuireWoods offers most employees a hybrid remote option allowing flexibility and work-life balance. Our Applicant Disclosures describe your rights. Our Privacy Statement describes how we will process and safeguard your personal data.

Responsibilities

• Understands the historical and latest developments in the specific and related areas of technology.
• Analyzes and understands standards applicable in the specific and related areas of technology.
• Analyzes embodiments of the specific and related areas of technology, including use of products, methods, and services by clients, and provides analyses relating to patent infringement and non-infringement.
• Analyzes patents in the specific and related areas of technology, including patents and patent families at issue in litigation, and provides industry definitions for specific terms in the patents.
• Performs research and analyzes patents and other prior art in specific and related areas of technology, including for invalidity purposes.
• Conveys knowledge and teaches litigation teams about technology, products, services and patents at issue.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science; a Master’s Degree or Ph.D. is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Planning and organizational skills.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Self-motivated.
• High level of initiative.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Ability to respond effectively to employees and management and handle sensitive and/or confidential communications.
• Excellent research and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work under time restraints and deadlines.
• Ability to analyze and conclude.
• PC skills to include Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.
• Willingness and desire to work with innovative technology platforms - our employees also have access to Harvey, a legal-specific AI tool that reduces time spent on routine tasks, allowing you to focus on more meaningful, high-impact work.