Associate

Patent Litigation Associate (Judicial Clerk Hire) — Seattle

  • LocationSeattle, Washington
  • Work typeOn-site
  • Compensation$235k
  • PracticeIntellectual Property

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Seeking associates completing a federal district, appellate, or state supreme court clerkship who will be available to start in fall 2026 to join a busy high-technology patent litigation team. You will work on patent disputes across a range of technologies and be integrated into client engagements from intake through strategic counseling and trial preparation.

Team members advise companies at every stage, from start-ups to large corporations, and collaborate with other practice groups on cross-disciplinary matters. Multiple office seats are available, including Seattle, San Francisco, Palo Alto, San Diego, and Washington, D.C.

The firm offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including wellness and family-building supports, parental leave, retirement plans, and professional development resources.

  • Currently serving in a federal district, appellate, or state supreme court clerkship; available to start fall 2026
  • Strong academic record and excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
  • Technical background in life sciences, electrical engineering, computer science, physics, applied math, or similar is a plus
  • Ability to work collaboratively on complex patent litigation matters across multiple offices

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