Patent Litigation Associate – Intellectual Property & Technology (Junior to Mid-Level) Are you passionate about tackling high-stakes patent litigation for top-tier technology clients?
A leading international law firm is seeking a junior to mid-level associate to join its Intellectual Property & Technology Practice Group , a collaborative team of 100+ attorneys advising on the full life cycle of innovation—patents, copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets, and beyond.
As part of the firm’s Patent Litigation team , you’ll help enforce and defend patent rights for some of the most recognizable names in tech and industry—including Fortune 100 companies and global innovators.
The team is known for combining deep technical fluency, strategic legal thinking, and courtroom excellence.
What You’ll Do Work on diverse, cutting-edge patent litigation matters including PTAB / IPR proceedings, federal district court trials, and ITC investigations Contribute to client strategies involving complex technologies, often involving source code, electrical engineering, and computer science Collaborate across practice areas, including regulatory and appellate specialists What We’re Looking For 2–4 years of relevant experience in patent litigation, PTAB / IPR, and / or ITC proceedings Technical degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a closely related field Strong preference for candidates familiar with source code review and analysis Excellent academic credentials and references Admission (or eligibility) to practice in the applicable jurisdiction(s) Why Join This Firm?
This opportunity sits within one of the most respected law firms globally, known for :
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Litigation Associate • Chicago, IL, US