Intellectual Property Litigation Associate

Direct Counsel is seeking an associate to join a growing and sophisticated IP litigation practice. This opportunity is ideal for a high-performing attorney with patent litigation experience and a technical background who is looking to work on complex intellectual property disputes in a collaborative and dynamic environment.

Locations

This position is open to the firm's offices in:

• Boston, MA
• Chicago, IL
• Philadelphia, PA
• New York, NY
• Washington, D.C.

The ideal candidate will have 3--5 years of patent litigation experience and a background in electrical or mechanical engineering. A B.S. in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or Mechanical Engineering (BSME) is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in sophisticated patent litigation matters
• Conduct legal research and draft motions, briefs, memoranda, and other litigation-related filings
• Take and defend depositions
• Participate in oral arguments, hearings, and motion practice
• Assist with trial preparation and trial proceedings
• Collaborate closely with clients, experts, and litigation teams on case strategy
• Analyze complex technical and legal issues related to patent disputes

Qualifications

• 3--5 years of patent litigation experience
• Background in electrical engineering or mechanical engineering required
• BSEE or BSME preferred
• Experience taking and/or defending depositions
• Trial experience preferred
• Experience with brief writing and oral motion practice
• Strong academic credentials
• Excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills
• Active bar admission in the jurisdiction of practice required

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $205,000 -- $225,000
• 4x4 Hybrid Model (in-office Wednesdays plus four additional in-office days per month)
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Sophisticated patent litigation matters and direct client interaction
• Strong mentorship and professional development opportunities

Direct Counsel is committed to connecting exceptional legal talent with premier law firms and fostering inclusive hiring practices.