Intellectual Property Associate (Midlevel) - Houston
Direct CounselHouston, Texas, United States • Seattle, Washington, United States • New York, New York, United States
Posted May 31, 2025
225000 - 310000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Direct Counsel is a full-service legal staffing and recruiting firm that specializes in both temporary and permanent placements across the United States. Leveraging deep local market knowledge, the company excels at sourcing, retaining, and deploying top-tier attorneys, paralegals, legal secretaries, and administrative professionals on short-term, long-term, and direct-hire engagements. Its comprehensive suite of services—including specialized searches, talent building, and legal assistance—ensures clients receive highly qualified legal talent tailored to their specific needs. Direct Counsel’s distinctive advantage lies in its proven ability to quickly match clients with the right professionals, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and legal team performance.
Job Description
Direct Counsel is seeking a midlevel Intellectual Property Associate to join their Houston, Seattle, or New York office, with 2-4 years of experience in patent litigation and a preference for life sciences and pharmaceutical companies.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
- Admission to a state bar and in good standing
- Minimum of 2 years of litigation experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong legal writing and analytical abilities
- Deposition experience preferred
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Strong work ethic and a positive, team-oriented attitude
- Eagerness to learn and grow professionally
Benefits
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
- Generous Paid Time Off