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Pernini Legal, LLC

IP Litigation Mid-Level Associate Attorney (San Francisco)

Pernini Legal, LLC, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199

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INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LITIGATION

MID-LEVEL ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY Location: San Francisco, CA HYBRID

Our client, a premier

AmLaw 50

firm, is seeking a skilled mid-level

Intellectual Property

Associate Attorney

to join its high-performing

Litigation Practice Group

in

San Francisco (link removed) This is a standout opportunity to work on complex, high-stakes patent, trade secrets, and commercial disputes for cutting-edge clients in the high technology, software, digital media, and semiconductor industries.

Candidate Profile

JD

from a

top-tier law school

with a

strong academic record.

Active Bar Admission

in

California,

in good standing.

34 years

of substantive experience in

intellectual property litigation , with a focus on

patent

and

trade secrets disputes (link removed)> Technical Background : A

degree

in

Engineering ,

Physics , or

Computer Science

is strongly preferred.

PTAB

Experience: Experience with

inter partes review

(IPR)

petitions

is highly desirable.

USPTO :

Admission to practice

before the

United States Patent and Trademark Office

is

preferred , but not required.

Prior experience at an

AmLaw 100 or similarly sophisticated firm preferred (link removed)> Soft Skills: Exceptional legal writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills, with the ability to manage complex matters effectively and work both independently and as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities

Represent

technology ,

software ,

and digital media clients

in sophisticated

patent

and

trade secrets litigation

in

federal courts

and before the

ITC (link removed)> Draft pleadings ,

motions , and

briefs

in complex IP matters, and assist in

all phases of litigation

from discovery through trial and appeal.

Prepare

and

prosecute inter partes review petitions

and other proceedings before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board.

Provide strategic counseling

to clients on intellectual property

enforcement

and

defense

strategies (link removed)> Collaborate across practice groups to deliver integrated and innovative legal solutions.

Why Join Us?

This is an extraordinary opportunity to join one of the

nations most active and respected IP litigation practicesconsistently ranked for its impact and innovation (link removed) Our clients IP litigators are entrusted with some of the

most consequential technology disputes in the world , offering associates

unmatched opportunities

for hands-on experience and career acceleration. You will work alongside leaders in the field, on matters that shape industries and set precedents, within a culture that prizes collaboration, diversity, and professional growth. The firms

hybrid

work model, strong mentorship culture, and commitment to cutting-edge legal work create an environment where your talent will

thrive (link removed)>

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive Compensation:

Annual base salary is expected to range from

$260,000

$310,000 , depending on experience, qualifications, and market factors.

Comprehensive Benefits:

Includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; 401(k) plan; paid maternal and paternal leave; generous vacation and time off; wellness initiatives; and commuter benefits.

Additional Perks : Include pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, FSA/HSA accounts, Dependent Care FSA, long term care, Health Advocate, a range of reproductive health benefits, and a concierge program, among others.

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a

resume ,

law school transcript , and

cover letter

for consideration.

Our client is an

Equal Opportunity Employer (link removed)>

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