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Patent Litigation Associate

Hogan Lovells
San Francisco, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/28/2026
Patent Litigation Associate locations San Francisco time type Full time posted on Posted 18 Days Ago job requisition id R258487 Hogan Lovells US LLP is searching for a patent litigation associate who is excited to work on cutting-edge technology for the world’s top tech companies. We are looking for someone with the technical chops to be able to discuss details with engineers and developers; patent litigation case management experience including driving contentions, Markman, and written and oral fact and expert discovery; and the confidence to interact with well-known giants in the tech world. The position will involve direct partner and client interaction, and unique complex opportunities that come from working for a truly global law firm. The ideal candidate is a mid- to senior-level associate with at least 3 years of experience, to sit in our San Francisco office. Applicants should have a degree in technology-related engineering, applied physics or mathematics, computer science, or equivalent experience, and a law degree from an ABA-accredited law school. U.S. Bar membership is required and registration to practice before the United States Patent & Trademark Office is preferred. Compensation for this role will be top-of-market, with an annualized salary range of $260,000 to $390,000 for associates, depending on the candidate’s overall experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. This position may be eligible for a discretionary or an hours-based bonus, consistent with market practice. In addition, this position will be eligible for the firm’s fringe benefits as they currently exist. To apply, please complete the online application, attaching a resume, law school transcript, and a cover letter detailing why you are interested in this position. Cover letters may be addressed to: Ross Cummings, Senior Associate Recruitment Coordinator, Hogan Lovells US LLP, 4 Embarcadero Center, Suite 3500, San Francisco, CA 94111. All search firm submissions should be sent to JoinHoganLovellsSF@hoganlovells.com, Attn: Ross Cummings, Senior Associate Recruitment Coordinator, Hogan Lovells US LLP, 4 Embarcadero Center, Suite 3500, San Francisco, CA 94111. This job description sets forth the responsibilities of this position and may be changed from time to time as shall be determined. Hogan Lovells is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or other factors protected by law. Hogan Lovells complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact our Benefits Department at LeaveofAbsence_US@hoganlovells.com.

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