Media, Tech and IP Litigation Associate - Mid to Senior Level - New York, Washington, DC, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Seattle or Portland

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is seeking an accomplished and motivated associate attorney to join our intellectual property litigation team. The preferred location is Washington, D.C., but we are also open to Seattle, New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles and Portland candidates. You will support high-stakes disputes in federal courts and before the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) and the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). This is a rare opportunity to work closely with some of the country's most recognized IP litigators, contributing to cutting-edge cases in sectors such as media, semiconductors, telecommunications, medical devices, software, fin tech and biotechnology.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with partners to handle complex intellectual property disputes in district court, before the ITC, and in PTAB proceedings, for high-profile clients, including market-leading technology companies and startups.
• Conduct legal research, analyze case law, and contribute to the development of litigation strategy for issues related to patent validity and infringement, issues at the intersection of IP and antitrust law, and high-tech aspects of other commercial litigation and disputes.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery plans, and other critical documents.
• Prepare for depositions, hearings, and trials, including reviewing evidence, creating trial materials, and engaging with expert witnesses.
• Stay abreast of emerging legal and technology issues in intellectual property law, including technology standards and patent misuse defenses.
• Provide support for appeals and amicus briefs before the Federal Circuit and the U.S. Supreme Court.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school with an excellent undergraduate and law school academic record.
• Admission (or eligibility for admission) to the District of Columbia Bar.
• 3-7 years of experience in intellectual property litigation, including experience with patent litigation in federal courts, ITC hearings, and PTAB proceedings.
• Strong understanding of, and experience with, technical subject matters such as semiconductors, software, telecommunications, or related fields. A technical degree or background is a plus but not required.
• Excellent research, analysis, and writing skills.
• Strong oral communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to work on multiple cases in a fast-paced, dynamic litigation practice.

Why Join Us?

You'll have the chance to work alongside some of the most decorated IP litigators in the field. This role provides unparalleled litigation experience and learning opportunities.

About DWT

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is an AmLaw 100 firm with a deep commitment to helping our clients succeed. We value a culture of collaboration, diversity, innovation, and excellence.