Senior Intellectual Property Litigation Associate Attorney

5-20 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Charlotte is seeking a Senior Intellectual Property Litigation Associate Attorney with 6+ years of experience in IP litigation, preferably with trial experience. The ideal candidate should have a technical background in software, computer science, electrical, or mechanical areas. They must possess strong academic credentials, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to providing high-quality client service. The attorney will work closely with experienced lawyers, receive active mentoring, and have opportunities to assume increasing levels of responsibility and client contact.

Duties:

• Conduct legal research and analysis related to intellectual property litigation matters.
• Draft substantive pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Organize, conduct, and manage discovery practices, including e-discovery.
• Participate in hearings and depositions.
• Interface directly with clients and provide strategic legal advice.
• Work closely with experienced lawyers on case strategy and management.
• Assume increasing levels of responsibility and client contact.

Requirements:

• 6+ years of experience in intellectual property litigation.
• Technical background in software, computer science, electrical, or mechanical areas.
• Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar or eligibility for admission.
• Trial experience preferred.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to providing high-quality client service.

Education:

Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

Admission to the State Bar or eligibility for admission.

Skills:

• Technical background in software, computer science, electrical, or mechanical areas.
• Legal research and analysis skills.
• Drafting pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Discovery management, including e-discovery.
• Experience participating in hearings and depositions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Commitment to providing high-quality client service.

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