Senior Associate, Electrical/Software – Patent Litigation

Finnegan is seeking a senior associate with 7+ years of legal experience to join its Electrical and Computer Technology litigation practice in any U.S. office.

Qualifications:

• Degree in engineering or computer science, preferably electrical, computer, or mechanical engineering
• M.S. or Ph.D. is a plus
• Related industry work experience or past patent examiner experience is preferred
• Required legal experience: argued Markman hearings (1–2); fact and expert depositions; argued motions; fact and expert witness direct examination at trial/hearing; PTAB oral argument; back-up counsel on 7–30 IPRs; utility and design patent prosecution experience; argued Federal Circuit appeals
• Technical experience involving semiconductors, wireless/telecommunications, connected vehicles, networking, touchscreens, or fintech 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 annual pay range for this role is $425,000. 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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