IP Litigation Associate Attorney

Emerge Talent • Washington, DC

9h • $275,000 - $305,000

About The Position

A nationally ranked IP practice is seeking a mid-level associate with 4+ years of substantive intellectual property litigation experience to join its team in Boston, Washington D.C., or Atlanta. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of innovation—representing clients whose technologies are transforming industries across healthcare, mechanical systems, and high-tech sectors. What You’ll Do You’ll take on high-impact litigation work involving: Patent and intellectual property disputes in federal court Inter partes reviews and other PTAB proceedings Strategic patent enforcement and defense across diverse technical disciplines Deep collaboration with inventors, in-house counsel, and R&D teams The team supports a wide range of clients, from startups to global enterprises, offering opportunities for courtroom experience, client contact, and hands-on litigation strategy. Why This Role? Join a team of IP professionals—many of whom are former inventors and researchers—who bring a deep appreciation for innovation and creativity to their client work. You'll gain exposure to cutting-edge industries while building a litigation career that blends technical fluency with legal excellence.

Requirements

• 4+ years of intellectual property litigation experience
• Strong writing, oral advocacy, and analytical skills
• Excellent academic credentials and attention to detail
• Licensed and in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction

Nice To Haves

• Experience with PTAB proceedings strongly preferred
• Technical degree in electrical engineering is desirable

Responsibilities

• Patent and intellectual property disputes in federal court
• Inter partes reviews and other PTAB proceedings
• Strategic patent enforcement and defense across diverse technical disciplines
• Deep collaboration with inventors, in-house counsel, and R&D teams

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees