Litigation Attorney

Intellectual Property Litigation Attorney

New Orleans, LA

Role Overview

We’re looking for a litigation attorney to join our New Orleans office.

The focus is litigation. If you have intellectual property experience, that’s helpful, but it is not required. The work here will give you the opportunity to build that expertise over time.

A large portion of the firm’s work is in federal court, so admission to any U.S. bar is sufficient.

This sits within a small, hands-on team where you’ll be trusted to manage matters, contribute early, and grow your practice.

What You’ll Work On

You will take ownership of litigation matters and move them forward independently.

Expect to:

• Handle disputes through the full litigation cycle, primarily in federal court
• Take and defend depositions
• Draft and argue motions that shape case outcomes
• Manage written discovery, including drafting and responding
• Conduct legal research and produce clear, persuasive writing

You won’t be limited to just one type of work. Over time, there may be opportunities to engage with broader IP work, including areas like licensing or prosecution, depending on your interests and experience.

Technical Expectations

• Comfortable operating in a litigation environment and stepping into active cases
• Able to manage workstreams independently, including court-facing responsibilities
• Strong motion drafting and legal writing skills
• Experience with depositions and courtroom interaction
• Solid understanding of litigation process from strategy through execution

This is a role for someone who can contribute, not just support.

Ideal Background Signals

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Admitted to a U.S. bar
• At least 3 years of litigation experience (more is helpful but not required)

The following are not required, but are highly valued and will significantly strengthen a candidate’s profile:

• Experience in intellectual property (litigation, prosecution, or related areas)
• Patent bar (or interest in pursuing it)
• Exposure to general corporate work (entity formation, governance documents)
• Early training at a larger law firm (strong foundational experience)
• Portable business, or a demonstrated ability and interest in building a practice and client relationships

Compensation and Benefits

• Base salary range: $125,000 – $180,000, depending on experience
• Quarterly non‑discretionary bonuses tied to billable hours (automatic, not subjective)
• Billable requirement: 1,600 hours

Benefits include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Paid parking
• Relocation assistance

Additional Job Application Terms

This job is part of LinkedIn’s Full-Service Hiring beta program. Eligibility is limited to candidates located in and performing services in the United States, excluding those based in Alaska, Hawaii, Nevada, South Carolina, or West Virginia.

We’re committed to making our hiring process as smooth and timely as possible, and we understand that waiting to hear back can add to the anticipation. If you’re a potential fit, our team will reach out within two weeks to progress you to the next stage. If you don’t hear from us in that time, we encourage you to explore other opportunities with our team in the future, and we wish you the very best in your job search.