IP Litigation Associate Attorney (Mid-Level)

We are looking for an IP Litigation Associate with 1-6 years of experience to join Morrison & Foerster's powerhouse patent litigation practice. This is a high-priority hire driven by increased demand, and you'll work on the highest-profile and most complex patent disputes for leading tech, life sciences, and consumer products companies.

What will you be doing?

• Handling patent and/or trade secret litigation matters for high-caliber tech and life sciences clients


• Taking on substantive responsibility early — matters are staffed leanly, giving associates direct client exposure


• Conducting research, drafting briefs, and managing case strategy across complex IP disputes


• Working collaboratively across offices on matters involving cutting-edge technologies


• Contributing to ITC proceedings, district court litigation, and client counseling

Key Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in hard sciences — computer science, physics, math, electrical engineering, or life sciences strongly preferred (PhD in a relevant field is a major plus)


• Strong academic credentials — the group reviews law school and undergraduate transcripts/GPAs closely


• Experience at a top law firm handling patent and/or trade secret litigation


• Admitted to the state bar in which you are practicing


• Stable career trajectory — minimal lateral moves preferred