Intellectual Property Litigation Associate

Marshall, Gerstein & Borun LLP is a Chicago-based intellectual property law firm having over 85 attorneys, highly qualified patent agents, and technical specialists, all dedicated to providing superior intellectual property counseling. We specialize in litigation and prosecution in all areas of intellectual property law. We litigate nationwide, primarily within the federal court system, and obtain patents and trademark registrations for our clients in the United States and foreign patent and trademark offices around the world.

We are currently seeking a talented Associate to join our Litigation practice group. The right individual will have:

• Strong academic credentials including a strong record in law school and an undergraduate degree in electrical engineering or computer science preferred (other engineering or science degrees will be considered).
• 2-5 years of experience in patent litigation.
• License to practice law in Illinois (or licensed to practice law in another state and qualified to sit for the Illinois bar exam).

• Excellent communication skills--both written and verbal--and exceptional organizational skills.

Responsibilities:

• This position demands that the individual will assume significant client responsibilities, provide high-quality services to domestic and foreign clients, communicate with all levels of management and staff and, at times, will require a significant degree of autonomy.
• Specific responsibilities will include all aspects of patent litigation (e.g. development of strategies, taking discovery, working with experts and other witnesses, drafting motions and other court filings, court appearances, and supporting and participating in trials). Secondarily, opportunities exist for involvement in patent prosecution and transactional/licensing matters, subject to the candidate’s interest and the Firm’s needs.

Compensation for this position includes an annual salary highly competitive within the Chicago market for law firm associates at the experience level specified herein, along with customary benefits and opportunities to earn significant bonuses. Customary benefits include:

• Group Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employee and Dependent Medical Flexible Spending
• Health Savings Accounts
• Life Insurance and AD&D
• Accident and Critical Illness Plans
• Short-Term Disability Program
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(K), Profit Sharing and Vesting
• Pre-Tax Transportation Plan
• Identify Theft Protection
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• Bright Horizons—Back-Up Child, Adult, and Elder Care
• Stipend and Interest Free Loan Program
• Moving Expenses
• Bar Fees and Related Expenses
• Continuing Legal Education
• Holiday and Paid Time Off
• Bonuses

In addition to our generous benefits package, Marshall, Gerstein & Borun offers a culture with great work-life balance in a business-casual atmosphere. Ample opportunity for socialization between our colleagues is encouraged at monthly breakfasts, special-occasion luncheons, and out-of-office functions throughout the year. Associates and Patent Agents are also provided a generously sized office and a culture that offers great work-life balance.

Qualified individuals interested in this position should forward a curriculum vitae, transcripts and writing samples to Michele J. Gudaitis at [email protected].