Intellectual Property Associate Attorney
Location: White Plains, New York
Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with over 1,250 attorneys across 44 offices in the United States. Established in 1978, we are ranked among the top 100 law firms by The American Lawyer and are 43rd in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms. We are also Mansfield Certified Plus and a Women in the Law Forum Gold Standard Law Firm.
Our firm values teamwork, collaboration, client service, and innovation. We are looking for motivated professionals seeking a long-term role where they can grow, be valued, and empowered. We invite applications for the Intellectual Property Associate Attorney position in our New York, New York office.
This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.
The Position
Wilson Elser's Intellectual Property and Technology Team is seeking an Associate Attorney. This role is ideal for an attorney with a strong litigation background to join a dynamic, national team focused on intellectual property and technology law, including privacy, AI, data governance, internet law, and advertising law. The position is available at our East Meadow or White Plains offices, with potential for other locations within our network.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a litigation caseload and counsel clients in IP, data privacy, technology, and AI governance/compliance.
- Collaborate with attorneys and partners on legal projects.
- Prosecute and defend lawsuits involving copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets, trade libel, data privacy, and related rights.
- Advise clients on data privacy compliance, AI governance, and data governance, including preparing privacy notices, policies, and risk assessments.
- Assist clients with transactional matters such as licensing, purchase and sale agreements, and collaboration agreements.
- Maintain communication with clients and provide regular updates.
Qualifications
- JD from an accredited law school.
- Admitted to practice in New York State and at least one federal court in New York.
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in intellectual property litigation.
- Experience with federal and state court litigation, including motion practice and depositions.
- Experience with privacy, AI, and data governance is preferred.
- Experience in advertising, art, fashion, internet law, or transactional matters is a plus.
- Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills.
This role offers a competitive salary range of $155,000 - $200,000 USD, along with benefits such as a 401(k) plan, health insurance, and discretionary bonuses. Wilson Elser promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment and is committed to equal employment opportunity.
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