Patent Associate #21953 Chicago
Vanguard-IP•Chicago, IL
•Onsite
About The Position
This is a Patent Associate position at an AmLaw 100 Firm known for Cravath-level compensation. The firm is very active in representing petitioners at the PTAB and is highly rated for Transparency, Wellness Programs, and Associate/Partner relations. It has also been recognized in Vault's list of Best Firms to Work For.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
- Strong academic credentials
- Excellent analytical, writing, and problem-solving skills; collaborative and team-oriented
- Admission to practice in the relevant jurisdiction required.
Responsibilities
- Patent litigation in federal district court, including fact development, discovery, motion practice, expert issues, and trial preparation
- ITC (Section 337) investigations, including coordination with parallel district court and/or PTAB proceedings
- Drafting high-quality written work product, including briefs, motions, and client communications
- Working with technical experts and quickly mastering complex technologies to present clear, persuasive arguments
- PTAB proceedings, including IPRs
- Experience with or interest in SEPs/FRAND and disputes involving telecommunications and multimedia standards (e.g., cellular, Wi-Fi, video coding)
Benefits
- Cravath level compensation
- Transparency
- Wellness Programs
- Associate / Partner relations
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
