IP Litigation Mid-Level Associate Attorney (DC)

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LITIGATION – MID-LEVEL ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Location : Washington, DC

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Our client, a premier AmLaw 50 firm, is seeking a skilled mid-level Intellectual Property Associate Attorney to join its high-performing Litigation Practice Group in DC . This is a standout opportunity to work on complex, high-stakes patent, trade secrets, and commercial disputes for cutting-edge clients in the high technology, software, digital media, and semiconductor industries.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in the District of Columbia, in good standing.
• 3–4 years of substantive experience in intellectual property litigation , with a focus on patent and trade secrets disputes .
• Technical Background : A degree in Engineering , Physics , or Computer Science is strongly preferred.
• PTAB Experience : Experience with inter partes review (IPR) petitions is highly desirable.
• USPTO : Admission to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office is preferred , but not required.
• Prior experience at an AmLaw 100 or similarly sophisticated firm preferred .
• Soft Skills : Exceptional legal writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills, with the ability to manage complex matters effectively and work both independently and as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities

Why Join Us?

This is an extraordinary opportunity to join one of the nation’s most active and respected IP litigation practices—consistently ranked for its impact and innovation . Our client’s IP litigators are entrusted with some of the most consequential technology disputes in the world , offering associates unmatched opportunities for hands-on experience and career acceleration. You will work alongside leaders in the field, on matters that shape industries and set precedents, within a culture that prizes collaboration, diversity, and professional growth. The firm’s hybrid work model, strong mentorship culture, and commitment to cutting-edge legal work create an environment where your talent will thrive .

Compensation & Benefits

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a resume , law school transcript , and cover letter for consideration.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer .

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