IP Litigation Associate Attorney - S.F.
Direct CounselSan Francisco, California, United States
Posted October 16, 2025
260000 - 365000 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 representing an Am Law 50 global law firm seeking a mid-level IP Litigation Associate Attorney with 3–5 years of experience to join its Intellectual Property team in either the Silicon Valley or San Francisco office. This position offers the opportunity to work on high-profile patent litigation matters, including district court actions, inter partes reviews (IPRs), and licensing negotiations, for leading technology companies, semiconductor manufacturers, major streaming platforms, and fast-growing startups.
Requirements
- Handle all phases of patent litigation, including discovery, motion practice, hearings, and trial preparation.
- Assist with PTAB proceedings and other IP disputes.
- Draft pleadings, briefs, and legal memoranda for complex litigation matters.
- Conduct legal research and technical analysis related to patents and emerging technologies.
- Collaborate with partners, clients, and expert witnesses across multidisciplinary teams.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Career development support
- Flexible working arrangements