Mid-Level Associate, Electrical/Software – Patent Litigation & PTAB

Finnegan is seeking a mid-level associate with 4-6 years of legal experience to join its Electrical and Computer Technology practice in any U.S. office.

Qualifications:

• Degree in engineering or the physical sciences, such as electrical engineering, computer engineering, or chemistry
• Ph.D. or other advanced technical degree is a plus
• Candidates with 2-4 years of the following industry experience are strongly preferred: engineering, research-scientist or policy research roles
• Candidates with the following legal experience are strongly preferred: IPR, post-grant review and reexamination petitions and briefing; preparing and examining expert witnesses; district court (including trial, pre-trial and post-trial briefs, argued motions), ITC and Federal Circuit cases; background in prosecution and freedom-to-operate/validity opinions
• Technical experience involving wireless/LTE/5G, networking, AI/cloud technologies, semiconductors, or smart-grid technologies preferred

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Salary: Compensation is based on class year and experience, with the associate salary scale beginning at $225,000 for first-year associates.

The anticipated pay range for this role is between $310,000 - $390,000. The base pay to be offered will vary and depend on skills and qualifications, experience, location and will also take into account internal equity. A full range of medical, financial and/or other benefits dependent on the position will also be offered.

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