High-Tech Intellectual Property Associate Attorney

Job overview

The High-Tech Intellectual Property Associate Attorney role is primarily onsite in Washington, DC, with an option to work from the firm’s New York City office. The base salary is $260,000–$310,000 per year. The role supports a nationally recognized intellectual property practice at a top-tier Am Law firm. The associate handles sophisticated intellectual property matters, particularly patent litigation involving advanced technologies. The position contributes to the practice by applying relevant technical and legal experience to complex client matters alongside the IP team.

What you'll do

• Work on complex intellectual property matters with an emphasis on patent litigation involving advanced technologies.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

intellectual property

patent litigation

high-tech

associate attorney

washington dc

new york city option

direct counsel

$260k–$310k

2–3 years experience

technical background

medical dental vision

401(k)

childcare and eldercare benefits

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance
• 401(k)
• backup childcare and eldercare
• professional development.

Why this role

Requires 2–3 years of relevant IP experience and a technical background in electrical engineering, computer engineering, mechanical engineering, physics, or a closely related field. Patent litigation experience is preferred.

About the employer

Direct Counsel is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.