Associate - Patent Litigation (EE, CS, ME, Physics, Material Science) #21793 San Diego

Vanguard-IP

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San Diego, CA Until 9/21/2026 First posted July 23, 2026 Last posted July 23, 2026
Job description

Premier IP Boutique Firm with Cravath level compensation.

Among the leaders in every category of Patent Litigation, Patent Law and PTAB Activity.

The firm provides meaningful responsibility to new lawyers, and a realistic path to Partner.

Awarded "Outstanding Workplace Award" for a positive and healthy firm culture. Represent primarily mid-sized to large companies.

REQUIREMENTS

• Strong background in computer science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, physics, material science, or closely related field.

• Prior patent litigation experience.

• Active membership in the state bar and compliance with CLE requirements.

• Superior writing skills and excellent academic credentials.

• Thrive when using your analytical skills to conduct complex and detailed analysis of legal matters.

• Enjoy communicating with a diverse group of clients, attorneys, and staff.

• Enthusiastic about working within a team-oriented environment and will contribute to effective team relationships.

SUMMARY

Vanguard Intellectual Partners (Vanguard-IP) specializes in the placement of IP/Patent professionals nationwide.

Our sole focus on intellectual property enables us to more deeply understand our clients’ technical needs, and our candidates’ individual talents and career interests. Our broad network of long-term client relationships gives us a competitive edge.

Our recruiters all have 10+ years of IP recruiting experience, and an exceptional record of success. We have superior knowledge of the IP job market, and offer trusted career advice for our candidates. We also have the resources and high-level contacts to get your resume noticed by the people who matter.

We look forward to speaking with you, and learning more about what you are seeking in your next opportunity.

CONFIDENTIALITY

At Vanguard-IP, we respect the confidentiality of every candidate who contacts us. Furthermore, we will always obtain expressed authorization before submitting your resume to any of our clients.

**Should you have an interest in exploring opportunities in another location, we have hundreds of openings in other markets. Please apply now and our team would be happy to review your information for this or other openings in your location of interest.

About this role

Summary

Handle patent litigation for tech and engineering clients, conduct legal and technical analysis.

Job title

Associate - Patent Litigation (EE, CS, ME, Physics, Material Science)

Experience level

prior experience

Industry

law

Location requirements

San Diego, CA; remote not specified

Salary

Premier IP Boutique Firm with Cravath level compensation.

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

patent litigationactive bar membershiplegal analysisstrong writing skillsteamwork

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

patent litigationelectrical engineeringcomputer sciencemechanical engineeringphysics
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

San Diego, CA, USA

Work arrangement unknown City