Lateral Partner, Intellectual Property — London

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Senior-level opening for an intellectual property partner to join a major international firm’s London office. The role combines leadership of high-value IP work with responsibility for business development and team growth.

The successful candidate will lead both transactional and contentious IP matters, mentor junior lawyers, and work closely with cross-practice teams on client-facing engagements. This is an opportunity to shape and grow an established IP practice in a busy European hub.

• Portable book of business of $2M+ (USD)
• Established partner-level experience in intellectual property law, including transactional and contentious matters
• Proven client origination and relationship management skills
• Ability to lead and develop a team of lawyers and to work collaboratively across practice areas

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