Litigation Attorney

Overview

A mid-size law firm is seeking an Intellectual Property Litigation Associate Attorney with over 5 years of federal civil litigation experience, including expertise in copyright matters. This role involves managing an independent caseload with exposure to intellectual property disputes related to patents, trademarks, and copyrights within a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced legal research on intellectual property law using Westlaw and other legal databases
• Draft, review, and file pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation documents
• Manage full-cycle IP litigation matters including discovery and motion practice
• Advise clients on intellectual property issues including copyrights, trademarks, and patents
• Negotiate settlements and resolve intellectual property disputes
• Collaborate with attorneys to develop litigation and IP protection strategies

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of federal civil litigation experience
• Prior experience handling copyright litigation cases strongly preferred
• Active state bar license (must be specified in application)
• Strong experience managing an independent litigation caseload
• Familiarity with federal court procedures and IP litigation workflows
• Proficiency in legal research tools such as Westlaw

Preferred Skills

• Expertise in federal civil litigation and courtroom procedures
• Strong legal writing and motion drafting skills
• Experience managing discovery processes including interrogatories, depositions, and requests for production
• Negotiation and dispute resolution skills
• Ability to independently manage caseloads
• Strong analytical and research capabilities

Compensation & Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off

Location

Position is with a mid-size law firm; specific location details to be provided during the hiring process.