Patent Litigation Associate

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level Patent Litigation Associate to join their Intellectual Property and Technology group in Chicago, IL. This role involves handling patent, trademark, and copyright litigation matters, including drafting complaints, managing discovery, and preparing motions and settlement agreements.

Duties

• Draft complaints and manage discovery processes.
• Prepare contentions and take depositions.
• Draft dispositive motions and settlement agreements.
• Collaborate effectively within a team environment.

Requirements

• 3-4 years of litigation experience required.
• Experience with managing written discovery and brief writing.
• Patent bar eligibility required.
• Admission in Illinois or eligibility to waive in.
• Prior experience at a regional or national law firm preferred.

Education

• Excellent academic credentials required.

Certifications

• Patent bar eligibility required.

Skills

• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Self-motivated and flexible.

Benefits

• Health insurance with optional HSA.
• Short and long-term disability insurance.
• Dental and vision care.
• Life insurance and 401K.
• Vacation and sick time.
• Employee assistance program.
• Voluntary accident, life, disability, and critical illness insurance.
• Pet insurance and commuter programs.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
Phone : (312) 321-9411
Fax : (213) 895-7306