Dentons
IP&T Litigation Associate
Dentons, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
IP&T Litigation Associate - New York or Washington, DC
Posted on September 24, 2024
Dentons US LLP is seeking an associate with excellent academic credentials and 4-6 years of patent litigation experience to join our dynamic Intellectual Property and Technology practice. The person hired for this position will work closely with partners across the U.S., will be a key member of the team, and can expect to assume responsibility, including significant client contact, for a wide variety of related IP work, including:
Litigation focused on patents, trade secret, false advertising, unfair competition, and other IP rights in federal courts and before the USITC
Drafting and responding to pleadings and motions, appellate briefs, and correspondence with counsel
Working with experts, including assisting in preparing reports
Assisting with discovery in litigation, including document discovery, written discovery, and taking and defending depositions
Preparing for and assisting with jury and bench trials and administrative hearings
Preparing for, assisting in, and arguing in motion arguments, trials, and appellate arguments in state and federal trial and appellate courts, including administrative hearings before the PTAB and ITC
Dispute settlement strategies, including mediation and other types of dispute resolution
Conducting and assisting in PTAB proceedings and matters before the ITC
Conducting and managing legal research and writing
This position offers ample training and mentorship opportunities within a collaborative, multi-office IP litigation team of dedicated lawyers who have an unparalleled track record of success. We take an integrated, multidisciplinary approach that provides a broader perspective on how intellectual property issues affect key legal and business decisions. Our IP&T team regularly collaborates with other Dentons practice areas—including litigation, licensing, corporate law, venture technology, franchising, advertising, international trade, antitrust, and tax—to advise our clients strategically and comprehensively.
Pursuant to DC and New York law, the salary range for this position is $265,000 to $420,000, based on experience. Based on years of experience, Dentons US LLP associates may have a title of Associate, Managing Associate, or Senior Managing Associate. Dentons US LLP offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, short-term/long-term disability, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses.
Position requirements Personal skills/attributes
Possesses superb written communications skills and an ability to produce written work product that is concise and effective
Embraces teamwork and values collaboration
Has strong analytical skills and an ability to offer unique perspectives on complex issues
Has strong interpersonal and oral communication skills
Excellent time management skills
Technical skills
4-6 years of litigation experience is required
Strong academic credentials are required
Experience in patent and ITC litigation
Patent Bar, background in science or engineering preferred
Other requirements
Should be licensed to practice law in the state of hire and be in good standing
Patent bar preferred
Equal opportunities Equal opportunity employer. Dentons US LLP company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Pursuant to local ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
How to apply If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity at Dentons US LLP, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please call 202-408-6420 or email annie.johnston@dentons.com.
Direct applicants may apply using the button below.
Your law career at Dentons can shape up to be something extraordinary. It is a place for those who are driven to challenge. See the bigger picture. Have the big ideas. Make the big deals.
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Dentons US LLP is seeking an associate with excellent academic credentials and 4-6 years of patent litigation experience to join our dynamic Intellectual Property and Technology practice. The person hired for this position will work closely with partners across the U.S., will be a key member of the team, and can expect to assume responsibility, including significant client contact, for a wide variety of related IP work, including:
Litigation focused on patents, trade secret, false advertising, unfair competition, and other IP rights in federal courts and before the USITC
Drafting and responding to pleadings and motions, appellate briefs, and correspondence with counsel
Working with experts, including assisting in preparing reports
Assisting with discovery in litigation, including document discovery, written discovery, and taking and defending depositions
Preparing for and assisting with jury and bench trials and administrative hearings
Preparing for, assisting in, and arguing in motion arguments, trials, and appellate arguments in state and federal trial and appellate courts, including administrative hearings before the PTAB and ITC
Dispute settlement strategies, including mediation and other types of dispute resolution
Conducting and assisting in PTAB proceedings and matters before the ITC
Conducting and managing legal research and writing
This position offers ample training and mentorship opportunities within a collaborative, multi-office IP litigation team of dedicated lawyers who have an unparalleled track record of success. We take an integrated, multidisciplinary approach that provides a broader perspective on how intellectual property issues affect key legal and business decisions. Our IP&T team regularly collaborates with other Dentons practice areas—including litigation, licensing, corporate law, venture technology, franchising, advertising, international trade, antitrust, and tax—to advise our clients strategically and comprehensively.
Pursuant to DC and New York law, the salary range for this position is $265,000 to $420,000, based on experience. Based on years of experience, Dentons US LLP associates may have a title of Associate, Managing Associate, or Senior Managing Associate. Dentons US LLP offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, short-term/long-term disability, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses.
Position requirements Personal skills/attributes
Possesses superb written communications skills and an ability to produce written work product that is concise and effective
Embraces teamwork and values collaboration
Has strong analytical skills and an ability to offer unique perspectives on complex issues
Has strong interpersonal and oral communication skills
Excellent time management skills
Technical skills
4-6 years of litigation experience is required
Strong academic credentials are required
Experience in patent and ITC litigation
Patent Bar, background in science or engineering preferred
Other requirements
Should be licensed to practice law in the state of hire and be in good standing
Patent bar preferred
Equal opportunities Equal opportunity employer. Dentons US LLP company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Pursuant to local ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
How to apply If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity at Dentons US LLP, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please call 202-408-6420 or email annie.johnston@dentons.com.
Direct applicants may apply using the button below.
Your law career at Dentons can shape up to be something extraordinary. It is a place for those who are driven to challenge. See the bigger picture. Have the big ideas. Make the big deals.
#J-18808-Ljbffr