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Intellectual Property Litigation Associate (2+ Years)

Direct Counsel
San Francisco, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/21/2026
Direct Counsel is partnering with a prestigious AmLaw 10 law firm to identify Intellectual Property Litigation Associates. This is an exciting opportunity for attorneys interested in working on complex, high-stakes intellectual property disputes within a rapidly growing and highly respected IP litigation practice.

Associates will work on sophisticated matters involving patents, technology disputes, and other intellectual property litigation, often in federal courts and before the U.S. International Trade Commission.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with all phases of complex intellectual property litigation

  • Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and legal memoranda

  • Conduct legal research and factual investigations

  • Manage and support discovery and document review

  • Prepare for and participate in depositions, hearings, and trial preparation

  • Collaborate with senior attorneys on high-profile IP disputes

Qualifications

  • At least 2 years of intellectual property litigation experience

  • Experience handling complex IP litigation matters in federal court or before the ITC

  • Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills

  • Experience taking and defending depositions strongly preferred

  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

  • Outstanding academic credentials

  • Admission to the California Bar required

Why This Opportunity

  • Join a top-tier AmLaw 10 intellectual property litigation practice

  • Work on high-profile and complex IP disputes

  • Collaborate with leading trial lawyers and litigation teams

  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

  • Strong opportunities for professional development and career advancement

Compensation

The anticipated salary range is $235,000 – $390,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and internal compensation structures. The firm also offers a robust benefits package for attorneys and employees.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply through directcounsel.net with your resume and law transcripts.

Salary : $235,000 - $390,000

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