Patent Litigation Associate #21360 San Francisco

Vanguard-IP

Patent Litigation Associate #21360 San Francisco

San Francisco, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Large GP firm recognized in the “Best Law Firms” edition.

    The firm represents pharmaceutical companies on the generic side in Hatch-Waxman litigation matters.

    The Nationally-ranked and Metropolitan Tier 1 groups include the firm's patent law and patent litigation practices.

    REQUIREMENTS

    The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience across the lifecycle of complex patent disputes, including trials, motion practice, fact and expert discovery (including expert reports), and discovery management. Experience before the PTAB and the ITC is preferred. Candidates should have a J.D. from an accredited law school with excellent academic credentials; admission to and good standing with the California Bar; and an undergraduate degree in a scientific or engineering discipline. Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills; impeccable attention to detail; sound judgment; and the ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines in a fast-paced environment are essential. Experience with federal court practice, claim construction briefing, infringement and invalidity contentions, summary judgment, and expert discovery is strongly preferred.

    SUMMARY

    Vanguard Intellectual Partners (Vanguard-IP) specializes in the placement of IP/Patent professionals nationwide.

    Our sole focus on intellectual property enables us to more deeply understand our clients' technical needs, and our candidates' individual talents and career interests. Our broad network of long-term client relationships gives us a competitive edge.

    Our recruiters all have 10+ years of IP recruiting experience, and an exceptional record of success. We have superior knowledge of the IP job market, and offer trusted career advice for our candidates. We also have the resources and high-level contacts to get your resume noticed by the people who matter.

    We look forward to speaking with you, and learning more about what you are seeking in your next opportunity.

    CONFIDENTIALITY

    At Vanguard-IP, we respect the confidentiality of every candidate who contacts us. Furthermore, we will always obtain expressed authorization before submitting your resume to any of our clients.

    **Should you have an interest in exploring opportunities in another location, we have hundreds of openings in other markets. Please apply now and our team would be happy to review your information for this or other openings in your location of interest.