Patent Litigation Associate or Staff Attorney (5+ Years)

At ArentFox Schiff, we know that diverse backgrounds produce different perspectives, richer thinking, and more creative solutions to the challenges our clients face. We hope you share that vision. Join us and take on the challenge of doing meaningful work while helping us build a culture that reflects our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

ArentFox Schiff LLP is seeking a mid- to senior-level patent litigation associate or staff attorney with at least 5 years of experience to join our San Francisco office. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience across the lifecycle of complex patent disputes, including trials, motion practice, fact and expert discovery (including expert reports), and discovery management. Experience before the PTAB and the ITC is preferred.

In this role, you will work as part of a collaborative, market-leading IP litigation team on matters in federal district courts, the ITC and before the PTAB. Responsibilities will include drafting pleadings and dispositive and non‑dispositive motions; preparing and responding to discovery; taking and defending depositions; managing experts; preparing for and participating in hearings, and trial; and supporting case strategy and client communications.

Candidates should have a J.D. from an accredited law school with excellent academic credentials; admission to and good standing with the California Bar; and an undergraduate degree in a scientific or engineering discipline. Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills; impeccable attention to detail; sound judgment; and the ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment are essential. Experience with federal court practice, claim construction briefing, infringement and invalidity contentions, summary judgment, and expert discovery is strongly preferred.

ArentFox Schiff LLP offers sophisticated, high‑profile work; early responsibility and client contact; meaningful mentorship and professional development; a competitive salary; and comprehensive benefits.

To apply, please submit your resume, law school transcript, and a writing sample.

The good faith base salary range for this position is a minimum of $160,000 to a maximum of $355,000 per year. The actual salary rate offered to candidates within that range will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, years of relevant experience, position type, education, applicable bar admissions, and the candidate’s overall qualifications for the position as assessed by the Firm.

ArentFox Schiff LLP is internationally recognized in core industries where business and the law intersect. With more than 600 lawyers and policy professionals, the firm serves as a destination for an international roster of corporations, governments, private individuals, and trade associations.

ArentFox Schiff is committed to equal employment opportunity and diversity in the workplace. We base all employment decisions on merit and maintain a policy of considering all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, citizenship status, order of protection status, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, physical or mental disability, parental status, source of income, military or veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other basis protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.