Patent Litigation Associate Attorney

A highly regarded national law firm with a market-leading Intellectual Property practice is seeking a Patent Litigation Associate (2–5 years) to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an associate who wants meaningful responsibility, real courtroom exposure, and a sustainable platform to build a long-term patent litigation career.

You will work on complex, high-value patent disputes across a range of technologies, collaborating closely with experienced litigators on matters pending in federal courts and before administrative tribunals.

• Patent litigation matters from early strategy through trial
• Drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs
• Taking and defending depositions
• Working directly with clients, experts, and trial teams
• Opportunity for trial exposure, including witness preparation and examination

• 2–5 years of patent litigation experience
• Engineering or technical background required
• Trial experience strongly preferred (including witness work)
• Deposition experience is a strong plus
• Texas-based candidates preferred but not required
• Strong writing, analytical, and advocacy skills
• Stable career history (no excessive job-hopping)

• Strong writing, analytical, and advocacy skills

• Trial experience strongly preferred (including witness work)
• Deposition experience is a strong plus

• Base salary: $215,000 – $250,000 (depending on experience)
• Bonus:
  Available (structure in place)
• Billable requirement: ~1,600 hours

The firm is committed to diversity and inclusivity.