24th April, 2026
Tempting Recruitment are working alongside our client, an international law firm, who are looking to recruit an experienced Intellectual Property Associate to join their team based in Silicon Valley.
JOB DETAILS
- WORK TYPE: Permanent
- WORK PATTERN: Full Time
- LOCATION: Silicon Valley
JOB ROLE
We are seeking mid- to senior-level associates to join our clients Intellectual Property & Technology Practice Group. This dynamic team of attorneys advise clients across the full lifecycle of their most valuable assets, including patents, copyrights, trademarks, rights of publicity, trade secrets, and related matters.
The IP Litigation team brings together deep trial and appellate experience, strategic insight, and strong technical knowledge to enforce and defend clients’ intellectual property rights. The team represents leading global companies, with a particular focus on life sciences, consumer goods, and high-technology industries.
JOB DESCRIPTIONThe duties and responsibilities of the role will include:
- Handle complex IP litigation matters in federal district courts and/or ITC proceedings
- Conduct legal research, draft pleadings and motions, and support trial strategy
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on high-stakes cases
- Work directly with clients on sophisticated and high-profile matters
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATEThe successful candidate will have the following skills and competencies:
- Minimum of 4 years of substantive IP litigation experience
- Experience with federal district court and/or ITC proceedings preferred
- Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team
- Creative problem-solving skills and sound professional judgment
- Excellent academic credentials and strong references
- Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Software Programming, Life Sciences, or a related field would be preferred
Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review.HOW TO APPLYHit the APPLY button or contact Josh Savage at Tempting Recruitment NOW.
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