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3+ Year Patent Litigation Associate – Cutting-Edge Tech Matters | San Francisco,

BCG Attorney Search, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199

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3+ Year Patent Litigation Associate – Cutting-Edge Tech Matters | San Francisco, CA Job ID: 397690

Base pay range $150,000.00/yr - $250,000.00/yr

Practice area: IP - Litigation - Computer Science; IP - Litigation - Electrical Engineering; IP - Litigation - Physics

Keywords: patent litigation, hard sciences, semiconductor, software litigation, hardware patent, computer science litigation, engineering patent dispute

A highly regarded AmLaw 100 law firm is seeking a Patent Litigation Associate to join its San Francisco office. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney with 3+ years of patent litigation experience and a strong technical background who is eager to work on sophisticated matters for leading technology companies.

Key Responsibilities

Manage patent litigation matters, including infringement contentions and Markman proceedings

Conduct written and oral fact and expert discovery

Work closely with partners, clients, engineers, and technical experts

Collaborate on complex, multi-jurisdictional and global litigation matters

Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years of experience in patent litigation

Strong technical background with the ability to engage deeply with engineers and developers

Confidence working directly with sophisticated technology clients

Admission to practice law and good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction

Education

Degree in engineering, applied physics, mathematics, computer science, or a related technical field

Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school

Skills

Excellent litigation and case management abilities

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced, global firm environment

Culture & Firm Appeal The firm is widely recognized for offering top-of-the-market compensation, intellectually challenging work, and meaningful flexibility. Associates consistently highlight the firm’s supportive culture, strong mentorship, and commitment to long-term career development, particularly in emerging and cutting-edge areas of law.

Why This Role Is Unique

Exposure to high-stakes patent litigation for leading technology companies

Direct interaction with engineers, developers, and sophisticated clients

Opportunity to work on innovative legal issues at the forefront of technology

Strong training, mentorship, and career advancement support

Benefits

Eligible for discretionary or hours-based bonus

Access to comprehensive fringe benefits

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