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IP Litigation Associate #20841

Vanguard-IP
San Francisco, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/14/2026

AmLaw 100 Firm. Was previously named "Law Firm of the Year" in Patent Law.
Active at the PTAB and ITC.
Collaborative work culture, with a realistic chance to make Partner.
Recognized by BTI Consulting for Strong Client Relationships."

REQUIREMENTS
Prior intellectual property litigation experience, with Federal Circuit experience being a plus. Interested candidates must possess a high level of academic achievement, solid law firm or clerking experience, and superb research, writing, and communication skills. The firm is particularly interested in candidates who have the ambition, drive, and team-orientation to help grow and support a national practice. The ability to navigate complex subject matter quickly and effectively is required. JD and active bar admission in the jurisdiction in which the candidate intends to practice are required.

Vanguard Intellectual Partners (Vanguard-IP) specializes in the placement of IP/Patent professionals nationwide.

Our concentrated focus in these areas enables us to more deeply understand our clients’ technical needs, and our candidates’ individual talents and career interests. Our broad network of long-term client relationships gives us a competitive edge.

Our recruiters all have 10 years of IP recruiting experience, and an exceptional record of success. We have superior knowledge of the IP job market, and offer trusted career advice for our candidates. We also have the resources and high-level contacts to get your resume noticed by the people who matter.

We look forward to speaking with you, and learning more about what you are seeking in your next opportunity.

CONFIDENTIALITY
At Vanguard-IP, we respect the confidentiality of every candidate who contacts us. Furthermore, we will always obtain expressed authorization before submitting your resume to any of our clients.

**Should you have an interest in exploring opportunities in another location, we have hundreds of openings in other markets. Please apply now and our team would be happy to review your information for this or other openings in your location of interest.

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