Patent Litigation Of Counsel / Junior Partner

Job Title: Patent Litigation Of Counsel / Junior Partner

Location(s): Los Angeles, California

About the Firm

Join a highly respected national law firm with a sophisticated and growing Intellectual Property Litigation practice. As the firm enters its next phase of strategic growth, the litigation department is expanding its patent litigation capabilities and seeking a senior attorney to help further develop the platform.

The IP litigation team represents clients in disputes involving complex technologies across a wide range of industries, including computer software, hardware systems, motor vehicles, internet domains, and emerging technologies. The group regularly handles high-stakes matters in both trial courts and on appeal, aggressively protecting clients' intellectual property and defending against infringement claims.

About the Role

The firm is seeking a Patent Litigation Of Counsel or Junior Partner to join its litigation department. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a lateral attorney who is looking to grow an existing practice within a collaborative and well-resourced environment. Attorneys joining this practice benefit from an established client base, strong internal collaboration, and a platform designed to support continued business development and practice expansion.

The incoming attorney will work alongside an experienced team of litigators handling sophisticated patent disputes across multiple industries. The firm is committed to supporting laterals with a smooth integration process and providing the infrastructure needed to expand both client relationships and litigation capabilities.

What You'll Do

• Lead and manage complex patent litigation matters from pre-suit investigation through trial and appeal.

• Develop litigation strategy for disputes involving sophisticated technologies.

• Represent clients in federal courts and other litigation forums.

• Work closely with clients to protect and enforce intellectual property rights.

• Collaborate with other litigators and practice groups on cross-disciplinary matters.

• Continue building and expanding a portable practice within the firm's national platform.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

• Significant experience handling patent litigation matters.

• Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex litigation.

• Portable business of approximately $500,000+.

• Minimum billing rate of $850/hour.

• Strong client relationships and business development capabilities.

• Entrepreneurial mindset with interest in growing a practice within a collaborative firm environment.

Why This Opportunity?

• Established IP Litigation Platform : Join a respected litigation team with an existing base of sophisticated technology clients.

• Growth-Focused Leadership : The firm is actively investing in expanding its intellectual property litigation practice.

• Collaborative Culture : Experienced litigators work together to support lateral integration and practice development.

• Business Development Support :Attorneys benefit from strong marketing resources and an institutional client foundation.

• Strategic Career Advancement :Ideal for attorneys looking to grow their practice within a well-resourced national platform.

Compensation / Benefits

Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience and portable business, with additional opportunities for performance-based bonuses and firm partnership economics.

Comprehensive benefits include health coverage, retirement plans, and additional firm-sponsored benefits.

How to Apply

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity or discussing the platform in greater detail, please reach out to schedule a confidential conversation.