IP Litigation; Hard Tech Associate Attorney; Mid-Level

IP Litigation (Hard Tech) Associate Attorney (Mid-Level)

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MoFo is a destination law firm for talented, ambitious attorneys who value collaboration, teamwork, and commitment to excellence. We are known around the world not only for delivering innovative yet practical client service but also for serving as an incubator for our top‑note talent.

MoFo consistently receives top‑tier rankings from leading directories and publications, speaking to our legal capabilities, dedication to creating an inclusive workplace, and commitment to our communities.

As a patent litigation powerhouse, we represent clients in their highest‑profile and most complex patent disputes in the tech, life sciences, and consumer products industries. Although we are capable of resolving matters before trial, the prowess of our courtroom litigators is second to none. We stand out for our superb knowledge of patent law, experience with judges in high‑volume patent venues, and facility with explaining cutting‑edge technologies to juries.

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• You are a high performer with 3-5 years of experience with intellectual property matters, including patent and/or trade secret litigation.
• You have an undergraduate degree in computer science, electrical engineering, mathematics, or physics (this is preferred).
• You have strong academic credentials in law and undergraduate coursework.
• You have a strong work ethic, excellent leadership skills, and action‑oriented interest in taking on increased levels of responsibility for client matters.
• You also have outstanding research and analytical skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, and have sound legal and business knowledge in working on a broad spectrum of cases and counseling clients with respect to ongoing matters.
• You are admitted to the state bar in which you are practicing.

MoFo empowers its lawyers at every level to take ownership of their careers and is transparent about what it takes to succeed and advance at the firm. The firm’s commitment to our attorneys’ growth extends throughout their careers.

• My Mo Fo , a best‑in‑class and transparent framework for success, provides associates with clear and consistent expectations at every experience level.
• MoFo Navigate, our mentoring and sponsorship programs, takes a holistic approach to professional growth. By encouraging collaboration and leveraging insight across departments and geography, and over the course of each attorney’s career, MoFo Navigate creates a support system dynamic enough to respond to the changing needs of all of our attorneys as they grow and develop.
• MoFo NEXT, our dedicated Center for Career Advancement, offers services such as career visioning, crafting communication materials, executive presence resources, interview techniques, and networking skills.

• A variety of options for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage to meet the needs of you and your family.
• Industry‑leading parental leave and family benefits including adoption and fertility treatment options, backup child and elder care, and more.
• Tax‑free health accounts: HSA and FSA.
• 401(k) or Roth 401(k) plans.
• Global wellness program, including free access to health care advocates, Employee Assistance Program, Talkspace, and Calm apps.
• Flex Time Away and reduced schedule arrangements.
• Paid annual fees for primary state bar registration, and up to two professional associations. Additional bar memberships may be approved on a case‑by‑case basis.
• Dedicated in‑house pro bono counsel to assist with identifying pro bono organizations and matters to work with.
• Matching gift programs for law school and charitable organization donations.

Austin, TX annual salary range: $260,000 to $365,000
Los Angeles, CA annual salary range: $260,000 to $365,000
New York, NY annual salary range: $260,000 to $365,000
Palo Alto, CA annual salary range: $260,000 to $365,000
San Diego, CA annual salary range: $260,000 to $365,000
San Francisco, CA annual salary range: $260,000 to $365,000
Washington, DC annual salary range: $260,000 to $365,000

For questions regarding this position, please contact Michaela Lokka, Senior Attorney Recruiting Specialist.

Not Applicable

Full‑time

Legal

Law Practice