Intellectual Property Litigation Associate Attorney (Patent Litigation)
26 days ago
New York
Job Description Direct Counsel is seeking an IP Litigation Associate to join a premier Intellectual Property Litigation practice in New York. This is an outstanding opportunity for an attorney with patent litigation experience who is looking to work on sophisticated technology and innovation-driven disputes alongside a nationally recognized team. The ideal candidate will have strong patent litigation experience, exceptional academic credentials, and a technical background that supports complex intellectual property matters across a variety of industries. Responsibilities • Represent clients in patent and intellectual property litigation matters, • Handle all phases of litigation in federal courts and related proceedings, • Conduct legal research and draft:, • Motions, • Briefs, • Legal memoranda, • Discovery-related filings, • Participate in case strategy, fact development, and trial preparation, • Manage discovery, depositions, and expert-related work, • Support Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) proceedings when applicable, • Collaborate with technical experts, in-house counsel, and litigation teams, • Advise clients on patent enforcement, defense, and litigation strategyQualifications, • J.D. from an accredited law school, • Law school class years 2019–2022, • Patent litigation and intellectual property litigation experience, • Outstanding academic credentials, • Strong research, writing, and analytical abilities, • Excellent oral advocacy and communication skills, • Ability to manage sophisticated litigation matters in a fast-paced environmentPreferred Technical Backgrounds, • Electrical Engineering, • Computer Engineering, • Computer Science, • Mechanical Engineering, • Chemical Engineering, • Biomedical Engineering, • Similar technical or engineering disciplinesPreferred Experience, • Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) proceedings, • Federal Circuit (CAFC) clerkship experience, • Experience working with complex technologies and technical expertsCompensation & Benefits, • Salary range: $260,000 – $390,000, • Compensation based on experience, qualifications, and other operational considerations, • Discretionary performance-based bonus opportunities, • Comprehensive healthcare benefits, • Retirement benefits, • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), • Paid vacation and sick time, • Parental leave, • Basic life insuranceWhy This Opportunity, • Join a nationally recognized IP Litigation practice, • Work on sophisticated patent disputes involving cutting-edge technologies, • Gain significant responsibility and direct client exposure, • Collaborate with leading litigators, technical experts, and innovative companies, • Strong opportunities for mentorship, professional development, and long-term career growth Direct Counsel is committed to connecting exceptional legal talent with premier law firms and fostering inclusive hiring practices.