Mid-Level Intellectual Property Litigation Associate

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About the Role
The firm is seeking a Mid-Level Intellectual Property Litigation Associate Attorney with 3–5 years of experience to join its Seattle, Washington office. This role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated patent, trademark, and copyright litigation matters alongside highly regarded intellectual property litigators. Attorneys benefit from meaningful client interaction, complex litigation experience, professional development resources, and a collaborative environment focused on long-term career growth.
Responsibilities
Manage patent litigation matters before U.S. District Courts and Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) proceedings.Assist with trademark and copyright litigation from case inception through resolution.Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, and dispositive motions.Conduct and defend depositions while preparing fact and expert witnesses.Manage fact discovery, expert discovery, document review, and e-discovery processes.Perform patent infringement and invalidity analyses to support litigation strategy.Assist with trial preparation, courtroom presentations, and in-court litigation support.Collaborate with partners on case strategy, settlement negotiations, and client counseling.Maintain regular communication with clients regarding litigation developments.Mentor junior attorneys and contribute to a collaborative, team-oriented legal practice.

Qualifications
3–5 years of intellectual property litigation experience.Experience handling patent, trademark, or copyright litigation matters.Strong knowledge of litigation procedures, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.Experience practicing before U.S. federal courts.Familiarity with PTAB proceedings is preferred.Experience with ITC Section 337 investigations is a plus.Technical background preferred.USPTO registration is advantageous but not required.Working knowledge of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure (FRCP), Federal Rules of Evidence (FRE), and modern e-discovery platforms.Excellent legal writing, analytical, research, and advocacy skills.Active bar admission in the applicable jurisdiction or eligibility for admission by waiver.

Required Skills
Intellectual property litigationPatent litigationTrademark and copyright litigationMotion practice and legal draftingDepositions and witness preparationTrial preparation and courtroom supportLegal research and analytical reasoningE-discovery and document managementClient communication and relationship managementLeadership, collaboration, and mentoring skills

Preferred Skills
Experience with ITC Section 337 investigationsTechnical backgroundUSPTO registration

Pay range and compensation package
Comprehensive onboarding and attorney training programs. Dedicated coaching and mentoring opportunities. New attorney integration and professional development resources. Participation in the ABA Well-Being Pledge and attorney wellness initiatives. Collaborative work environment with experienced intellectual property litigators. Opportunities to work on sophisticated, high-profile intellectual property disputes across multiple industries.
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