What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patent Litigation (Junior-Level) Associate Attorney – Premier Chicago Trial Boutique position at McCormack Schreiber Legal Search?
About the Position:
We are working with an elite national trial boutique that is seeking a patent litigator (2-3 yrs) to join its Chicago office as an Associate. This dynamic law firm focuses exclusively on high-stakes litigation and represents a range of clients, including Fortune 500 corporations, pharmaceutical companies, and publicly held companies. This role involves significant client contact and opportunities for high level hands-on experience in patent litigation matters.
Highlights:
· Firm has Midwestern roots and a national reach
· No billable hour model
· Ranked as a Best Midsize Law Firm in Chicago
· Supportive and non-hierarchical culture
· Firm has earned accolades from The American Lawyer, Chambers & Partners, The Legal 500, and other national publications
Responsibilities:
· Briefing a wide range of matters
· Taking and preparing witnesses for depositions, including experts
· Preparing and responding to written discovery and contentions
Required Qualifications:
· 2-3 years of patent litigation experience
· Experience arguing substantive motions and briefing discovery issues
· Strong academic credentials and writing skills
· A scientific or technical background is a plus
Location:
Chicago, IL (Hybrid)
Compensation:
The anticipated base salary range for this position is $145,000-$220,000.
About Us:
McCormack Schreiber Legal Search is Chicago’s leading legal search firm. We leverage more than 30 years of experience in the Chicago legal market to assist attorneys and paralegals seeking new opportunities and employers searching for top legal talent.
Salary : $145,000 - $220,000
