Intellectual Property (Non-Patent) Trademark Copyright Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job DescriptionIntellectual Property Litigation Associate Attorney

Direct Counsel is seeking an Intellectual Property Litigation Associate Attorney to join a leading global law firm with a nationally recognized intellectual property and technology litigation practice in Boston, New York, San Francisco, Silicon Valley, or Washington, DC.

Salary: $235,000–$310,000, plus potential discretionary bonus
Experience: 2–4 years

About the Role

The associate will work on high-profile intellectual property and technology litigation matters involving artificial intelligence, copyright, trademark, trade secrets, and false advertising. The practice represents leading global brands and innovative technology companies in complex disputes, including groundbreaking litigation involving the use of copyrighted materials to train generative AI models. The team handles matters across federal and state courts, the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board, the International Trade Commission, and arbitration proceedings.

Responsibilities

• Manage intellectual property and technology litigation and enforcement matters involving copyright, trademark, trade secrets, false advertising, and artificial intelligence.

• Develop litigation strategies for complex disputes and enforcement actions.

• Counsel clients on legal risks associated with product development and technology-related matters.

• Conduct legal research and analysis and prepare high-quality legal briefs and other written work.

• Manage all phases of discovery, including coordinating with clients and vendors on electronic discovery.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver comprehensive legal solutions.

• Maintain strong client relationships and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in intellectual property or technology litigation involving AI, copyright, trademark, trade secrets, and/or false advertising.

• Strong understanding of one or more of the Lanham Act, Copyright Act, Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), federal and state trade secret statutes, and computer-access laws, including the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA).

• Excellent academic credentials and superior legal research, writing, and communication skills.

• Strong client-facing skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

• Motivation to engage with a broad range of legal issues affecting technology clients.

• Active bar membership in the state where applying.

• Trial experience preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated salary range is $235,000–$310,000, depending on qualifications, experience, and office location. Additional compensation may include a discretionary annual bonus based on firm and individual performance.

The firm offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; retirement savings; health savings account contributions where applicable; flexible spending accounts; mental wellness programs; family and pet care benefits; disability coverage; paid parental leave; flexible paid time off; and paid holidays.