IP Litigation Associate Attorney (Del Mar or Dallas)
Sheppard, an Am Law 50 global law firm, is seeking IP Litigation Associates with 2–6 years of experience to join our nationally recognized Intellectual Property Practice Group in Del Mar or Dallas. Exceptional candidates may be considered for other firm locations.
Why Join Sheppard Mullin’s IP Litigation Team?
Work on complex, high-profile patent litigation matters—including district court cases, ITC disputes, IPRs, and licensing negotiations—for clients ranging from leading global tech brands and semiconductor companies to innovative startups.
Benefit from strong mentorship, hands-on training, and genuine career development within a collaborative and diverse team.
Join a practice consistently ranked by Chambers USA for excellence in Patent Litigation and recognized by Best Lawyers as one of the nation’s “Best Law Firms” for IP Litigation.
Become a valued member of a nationally recognized and supportive team, collaborate with top-tier clients, and take your career to the next level in an engaging, growth-focused environment.
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Enjoy flexible and supportive work arrangements that align with Sheppard Mullin’s 3-day hybrid person engagement policy.
Qualifications:
2-6 years of IP litigation experience, including district court patent cases, ITC matters, and/or PTAB proceedings.
Background in science and technology, ideally with a degree in electrical engineering, computer science, physics, or a related field.
Prior experience with complex technologies (wireless communications, semiconductors, software, consumer electronics, etc.) is advantageous.
Demonstrated keen interest in both team collaboration and advanced legal problem-solving.
Must be licensed to practice law in the jurisdiction where the application is submitted.
Demonstrates proficiency in the responsible and ethical use of AI technologies within legal practice.
The annual salary range for this position is $235,000–$390,000.
Contact: For inquiries, please reach out to Katherine Milanes at [email protected].
Req #: 2026-363
