IP Litigation Associate | AmLaw 100 | Class Years 2019–2022

Denver, Los Angeles, New York City, Palo Alto, San Francisio, and Washington, DC.

Intro

Our AmLaw 100 client is expanding a high-performing IP litigation group handling complex patent and technical trade secret disputes. The platform spans Denver, Los Angeles, New York, Palo Alto, San Francisco, and Washington, DC, with national trial experience and PTAB depth.

Role Summary

Litigate patent and technical trade secret matters in federal courts and at the PTAB
Draft and argue motions, manage discovery, take and defend depositions
Work directly with partners, in-house counsel, and experts on strategy, damages, and trial prep
Collaborate across offices on cutting-edge technologies spanning software, semiconductors, life sciences, and mechanical systems

Candidate Profile

JD class years 2019–2022
Strong academic record and substantive IP litigation experience, with patent and/or technical trade secrets focus
Undergraduate degree in EE, CE, CS, ME, ChemE, BiomedE, or similar highly preferred
Judicial clerkship valued, with particular interest in CAFC experience
PTAB exposure a plus

Why This Role

Matters that move the needle: high-stakes disputes with sophisticated clients and technical depth
Mentorship that accelerates responsibility: early stand-up opportunities and partner access
National platform: coordinated trial teams and PTAB capabilities across key tech hubs
Transparent compensation and benefits: base salary $260,000 to $390,000, plus discretionary performance bonus; comprehensive health care, retirement plan, paid vacation and sick time, parental leave, basic life insurance, and FSAs. Compensation within range depends on qualifications and operational factors. Locations include DEN, LAX, NYC, PAL, SFO, and WAS.

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Associate - IP Litigation