IP Litigation Associate Attorney - Chicago

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Counsel is representing an Am Law 100 firm in its search for an IP Litigation Associate to join its thriving Intellectual Property Litigation Practice . Positions are available in the following offices : Austin, Boston, Chicago, New York, San Francisco, Silicon Valley, and Washington D.C.

Position : Associate – IP Litigation

Location : Austin, Boston, Chicago, New York, San Francisco, Silicon Valley, Washington D.C.

Practice : IP Litigation

Experience Level : Minimum of 3 years

Compensation : Cravath Scale

About the Role :

The firm’s Litigation & Trial Department is seeking a skilled and highly qualified associate with at least 3 years of patent litigation experience to support its rapidly growing Intellectual Property Litigation practice. The team handles high-profile, cutting-edge disputes for some of the world’s most innovative companies.

Key Qualifications :

• J.D. from a top law school
• Minimum 3 years of experience in patent litigation
• Undergraduate and / or advanced degree in a technical field such as engineering, computer science, chemistry, biology, or physics
• Strong legal research, writing, and communication skills
• Admission to practice in the jurisdiction of the office, or ability to become admitted
• USPTO registration is a plus, but not required

Why Join :

Work at the forefront of IP litigation alongside top-tier attorneys in a collaborative, high-performance environment. The firm offers extensive resources, professional development opportunities, and a clear path for advancement within a globally recognized platform.