Intellectual Property Associate

MB Attorney Search•Milwaukee, WI

10h

About The Position

Our client is seeking an Intellectual Property Litigation Associate with 2–5 years of experience to join its dynamic national Intellectual Property practice. This opportunity is well suited for an attorney with experience in IP litigation or a strong interest in developing a sophisticated practice involving patent, trademark, trade secret, and other intellectual property disputes. An undergraduate or advanced degree in a technical or scientific discipline is preferred but not required.

Requirements

2–5 years of legal experience, preferably involving intellectual property litigation.
Experience with patent, trademark, trade secret, or other IP disputes, or a strong interest in developing expertise in these areas.
A strong academic record.
Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical abilities.
Outstanding organizational and project management skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
The ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines effectively.
Strong attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

An undergraduate or advanced degree in a technical or scientific discipline is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Conducting early case assessments and investigations.
Analyzing accused products, technologies, and prior art.
Drafting infringement and invalidity claim charts and assisting with litigation contentions.
Drafting pleadings, motions, and related correspondence.
Participating in meet-and-confers with opposing counsel.
Preparing and responding to written discovery.
Managing complex discovery matters and discovery negotiations.
Working with e-discovery platforms, tools, and vendors.
Preparing claim construction briefs and hearing materials.
Working with technical and industry experts on reports and testimony.
Preparing deposition outlines, exhibits, and related materials.
Conducting legal and technical research and analysis.
Collaborating with attorneys, experts, clients, and litigation support professionals throughout the life cycle of a matter.