What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Intellectual Property Associate (Patent Litigation Preferred) – Remote position at Michael P. Mazza, LLC?
About the Firm
Michael P. Mazza, LLC is a boutique intellectual property firm based in Glen Ellyn, Illinois. The firm handles the full range of IP matters, from obtaining patents, trademarks, and copyrights to counseling clients on licensing, managing, and enforcing those rights. It has deep experience litigating and trying patent, trademark, trade dress, and copyright infringement cases, as well as trade secret misappropriation, unfair competition, and related business tort matters.
The Opportunity
We’re looking for a part-time associate to work directly with Michael Mazza on patent and trademark prosecution and IP litigation. The role is mostly remote, offers flexible scheduling, and gives you substantive work and close mentorship in a small-firm setting. It’s a good fit for an experienced attorney who wants meaningful IP work on a reduced schedule.
Responsibilities
- Assist with patent and trademark litigation in federal court, including pleadings, motions, and briefs
- Conduct legal research and analyze claim construction, infringement, validity, and damages issues
- Manage discovery, including document review, written discovery, and deposition preparation
- Prepare and prosecute patent applications and respond to USPTO office actions
- Prepare and prosecute trademark applications and handle TTAB matters as needed
- Draft opinions, cease-and-desist letters, licensing agreements, and client correspondence
- Communicate with clients and opposing counsel under the supervision of the principal attorney
Qualifications
- J.D. and active license in good standing (Illinois bar preferred)
- Patent litigation experience strongly preferred
- USPTO registration (patent bar) preferred
- Experience with trademark prosecution and/or litigation a plus
- Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills
- Self-motivated and able to work independently and meet deadlines remotely
- Comfortable with virtual collaboration tools and electronic case management
Pay: $40.00 - $70.00 per hour
Expected hours: 15.0 – 30.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Salary : $40 - $70