Intellectual Property Litigation Associate

Job Description

Job DescriptionIntellectual Property Litigation Associate

Since 1979, we have proudly served public and private sector clients across California with a deep bench of more than 300 attorneys spanning ten offices statewide. Our team blends legal expertise with real world experience as former teachers, HR professionals, architects, and more, allowing us to craft tailor made solutions rather than cookie cutter answers. Law360 has named us the top law firm in the country for minority equity partners and minority attorneys overall, reflecting our genuine commitment to diversity within our walls and beyond. Join a firm where your unique background is celebrated, your growth is supported, and your work makes a meaningful impact for clients who count on us.

Position Overview
We are seeking a motivated Intellectual Property Litigation Associate to join our litigation team. The ideal candidate will represent clients in IP disputes, manage case strategies, and support trial preparation across patent, trademark, copyright, trade secret, and related matters. This role requires strong litigation experience, excellent legal writing and advocacy skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with partners, clients, and technical experts to achieve favorable outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of IP litigation, including case intake, discovery, motion practice, hearings, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation.
• Draft and file pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, expert reports, claim charts, and other litigation documents.
• Conduct factual and legal research and prepare memoranda analyzing complex IP issues, including patent infringement/validity, trademark and copyright claims, and trade secret misappropriation.
• Coordinate with outside and in-house counsel, client teams, and expert witnesses to develop litigation strategy and technical positions.
• Represent clients in court hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and administrative proceedings (including ITC and USPTO-related matters where applicable).
• Assist in pre-litigation counseling and due diligence related to IP enforcement, licensing, and portfolio management.
• Manage case budgets, timelines, and document review workflows, and mentor junior associates and paralegals.
• Stay current on developments in IP law and practice, and contribute to business development and client pitches.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to practice in the relevant jurisdiction(s).
• 2+ years of litigation experience with a focus on intellectual property matters; experience as an associate at a law firm preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in courtroom advocacy, motion practice, and managing discovery in complex cases.
• Strong understanding of patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secret law; familiarity with ITC and USPTO procedures is a plus.
• Excellent legal writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Experience working with technical experts and understanding of patent claim construction and infringement analysis; prior experience in patent cases is desirable.
• Self-motivated, client-focused, and able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively in teams and mentor junior lawyers; strong ethical judgment and professionalism.

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