Junior to Mid-Level Associate (Contested Matters - Litigation)

LOCATION:

Boston, New York, or Washington, DC.

We are seeking junior to mid-level associates with 2-6 years of patent litigation experience to join the Litigation group of our Contested Matters department. This position can be based in our Boston, New York or Washington, DC office.

Responsibilities include:

• Preparation and trial of patent litigation matters
• Case strategy and management, including handling all aspects of discovery
• Work with witnesses, including experts and fact witnesses
• Analysis of products and patents (e.g. infringement and invalidity)
• Conduct and defend depositions and witness examinations
• Draft pleadings, motions, and court arguments

Qualifications:

• A technical degree is preferred. For example: Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, or other related fields
• A JD from an ABA-accredited law school
• Admitted to or eligible for admission in Massachusetts, New York, or Washington, DC
• 2-6 years of patent litigation experience in district courts and/or before the ITC
• Previous experience with handling patent infringement and validity analyses
• Previous experience with drafting and preparing motions and briefs concerning patent issues, handling/managing litigation discovery
• Some previous experience with preparing for, defending, or taking depositions, working with expert and fact witnesses is preferable
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to stay organized and exercise extreme attention to detail, collaborate and work effectively in team settings

The expected salary range for this position is $225,000 - $360,000 annually. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Wolf Greenfield offers comprehensive benefits focused on the overall well-being of firm employees. Our benefits include multiple health care plan options, vision and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts/health saving accounts and life insurance. Eligibility for our employer sponsored 401(k) plan includes an employer match and discretionary profit sharing. The firm is invested in our employees’ development by providing tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities. Additionally, WGS offers further benefits and perks focused on employee well-being including generous paid time off; including sick time and vacation time, parental leave, commuter benefits, charitable matching gift program, well-being support, and much more!

Wolf Greenfield does not offer visa sponsorship. All job openings are subject to export control regulations.

Any offer of employment is subject to the successful completion of a background check. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.