Patent Litigator, In-House Counsel

Lab Summary

Our team handles various intellectual property matters, including intellectual property litigation, patent acquisition, anti-counterfeit/brand enforcement, patent licensing, and intellectual property policy/outreach. Our talented attorneys and professionals have worked on some of the largest and most complex matters, and we are excited to be bringing on someone new

Position Summary

Samsung seeks a talented junior to mid-level litigator to manage a docket of patent infringement matters out of our Mountain View location. As a part of this team, you will be tasked to own and solve problems. You will be at the forefront of federal court practice along with the potential of being a part of grounding breaking patent law issues. In addition, this lawyer will have the opportunity to work on non-patent intellectual property matters, including Samsung’s anti-counterfeit/brand enforcement efforts. If you are interested in continuing your career in a dynamic, enriching, and collegial environment, please come meet us!

Position Responsibilities

• Manage high exposure patent litigation matters
• Oversee the preparation of witnesses for depositions, hearings, and trial
• Formulate winning litigation strategies and tactics
• Assist in drafting and reviewing briefs, motions, and court pleadings
• Manage litigation fees and costs
• Coordinate internal document collection and production
• Advise management and internal teams on impactful issues
• Assist with anti-counterfeit/brand enforcement matters
• Attend industry conferences to gain insights and network with peers
  
  

Experience Requirements

• Juris Doctorate and licensed to practice law in the State of California or qualify to register as California in-house counsel or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• 5 years’ experience of patent litigation at a law firm and/or as an in-house counsel
• Broad range of patent litigation experience, including taking and defending depositions, arguing dispositive motions, jury/bench trial, arbitration and mediation, investigations before the International Trade Commission, PTAB-related proceedings, and experience before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
• Proven written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to formulate successful litigation strategies
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team consisting of members from different regions, countries, and business units, including the ability to be diplomatic and culturally sensitive
• Embody the highest standards of integrity, ethics, and accountability
• Openness to feedback, actively seeks constructive criticism, and integrates it to continuously improve performance
  
  

Special Attributes

• Professional references with whom we can ask about your experiences
• Background in engineering
• U.S. Patent and Trademark Office admission
• Federal judicial clerkships
• Ability to converse in Korean
• Regularly enjoys pho
  
  

Our total rewards programs are designed to motivate and engage exceptional talent. The base pay range for roles at this level is listed below, but may be higher or lower in other states due to geographic differentials in the labor market. Within the base pay range, individual rates depend on a number of factors—including the role’s function and location as well as the individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, education and training. This is part of our comprehensive compensation package with annual bonus eligibility and generous benefits to help you live life well.

Base Pay Range

$192,300—$264,550 USD

Additional Information

Disclosure of Trade Secrets

Samsung has a strict policy on trade secrets. In applying to Samsung and progressing through the recruitment process, you must not disclose any trade secrets of a current or previous employer.

Essential Job Functions

This position will be performed in an office setting. The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person and by telephone, and frequently operate standard office equipment, such as telephones and computers.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

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