IP Litigation Associate #21837 New York

Vanguard-IP

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New York, NY Until 9/21/2026 First posted July 23, 2026 Last posted July 23, 2026
Job description

Mid-Size GP Firm with Cravath level compensation.

Ranks highly in Associate satisfaction.
Well respected IP practice.

REQUIREMENTS

Seeking an associate with experience in complex commercial litigation, preferably including litigation involving patent rights. The position will involve representation of biopharma manufacturers, research institutions and universities in patent, inventorship, trade secrets, licensing and other contract disputes before U.S. courts, in arbitral proceedings, in the International Trade Commission, and in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Experience in the life sciences space is preferred. A science degree is desirable but not required.

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 complex intellectual property litigation involving patents, trade secrets, and licensing

Job title

IP Litigation Associate

Experience level

mid level

Industry

law

Location requirements

New York, NY; remote work not specified

Salary

Mid-size GP Firm with Cravath level compensation.

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

patent litigationtrade secretslicensingcourt experience

Preferred skills

life sciencesbiopharmaarbitration

Specializations

intellectual propertypatent litigationlife sciences
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

New York, NY, USA

On-site City