Stoel Rives LLP · 19 hours ago
Senior Intellectual Property Litigation Associate
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$245K/yr - $310K/yr
5+ years expStoel Rives LLP is seeking an intellectual property litigation associate with five to seven years of experience to join its Technology & Intellectual Property Practice Group. The role involves managing complex IP litigation matters, drafting and arguing motions, preparing for trials, and providing client counseling.
Legal
Responsibilities
Lead day-to-day management of complex IP litigation matters in U.S. federal courts, PTAB proceedings, and, as needed, ITC Section 337 investigations
Draft and argue motions, including motions to dismiss, discovery motions, claim construction (Markman), Daubert, and summary judgment
Take and defend depositions of inventors, experts, and corporate witnesses; prepare witnesses for testimony
Oversee fact and expert discovery, including ESI protocols, protective orders, privilege issues, and coordination with vendors
Develop infringement and invalidity strategies; prepare and refine contentions and work closely with technical and damages experts
Prepare for trial, including exhibit lists, witness outlines, motions in limine, jury instructions, and direct/cross examinations; support trial teams in court
Manage claim construction strategy, including identification of key terms, extrinsic evidence, and briefing
Coordinate damages analyses, surveys, and apportionment theories with experts; assist in settlement evaluation and negotiation
Provide proactive client counseling on risk, case budgets, and litigation strategy; communicate regularly with in-house stakeholders
Supervise and mentor junior associates and paralegals; delegate work effectively and provide constructive feedback
Qualification
Required
JD from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials
5–7 years of intellectual property litigation experience at an AmLaw 200 firm or leading IP boutique
Substantial experience across all phases of intellectual property litigation cases: pleadings, discovery, depositions, expert discovery, claim construction, dispositive motions, and trial preparation; trial experience preferred
Demonstrated ability to argue motions and to first- or second-chair depositions
Exceptional legal writing, research, and oral advocacy skills; meticulous attention to detail and strategic judgment
Proficiency with FRCP, FRE, patent local rules, and e-discovery tools/practices
Proven team leadership, project management, and budgeting skills; ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines
Evident engagement in business development and civic and professional organizations
Admission to at least one U.S. state bar and eligibility for admission where the position is based
Preferred
Technical background (e.g., electrical engineering, computer science, mechanical engineering, physics, biology, chemistry) preferred; USPTO registration a plus
Experience with PTAB IPRs and/or ITC Section 337 investigations a strong plus
Benefits
Variety of training programs and retreats addressing practice area topics and skills at all levels
Coaching and mentoring program
New lawyer integration program
Core competency model
Participants in the ABA Well-Being Pledge
Company
Stoel Rives LLP
Stoel Rives is a leading U.S. corporate and litigation law firm providing sophisticated business clients high quality legal services.
501-1000 employees
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