IP Litigation Associate #22637 Washington, DC

Vanguard-IP • Washington, DC

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About The Position

Vanguard Intellectual Partners (Vanguard-IP) specializes in placing IP and patent professionals nationwide. Its focus on intellectual property helps it understand clients’ technical needs and candidates’ talents and career interests. The firm describes its network of long-term client relationships, recruiters’ IP recruiting experience, knowledge of the IP job market, and career advice and candidate support.

The position is for an IP Litigation Associate in Washington, DC. Candidates should have relevant patent litigation experience and a STEM background. Admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office is a plus. Vanguard-IP states that it respects candidate confidentiality and will obtain express authorization before submitting a candidate’s resume to a client.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor or equivalent degree.
• Admission to a bar and good standing.
• Relevant law firm or in-house patent litigation experience.
• Undergraduate degree or higher in a STEM field, preferably physics or electrical engineering.
• Strong academic record and intellectual curiosity.
• Creative thinking.
• Commercial and business awareness.
• Outstanding communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong time management skills and ability to remain calm under pressure while juggling multiple projects.
• Excellent drafting skills.
• Motivation for professional growth.
• Proactive, resourceful approach and willingness to take initiative.
• Long-term interest in business law.
• Fluency in English.

Nice To Haves

• Admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• International experience.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree