Attorney - Intellectual Property Established (40+ Years) Premier AmLaw 200 Full-Service Firm Seeking Associate Attorney for Intellectual Property Litigation in Irvine, Cerritos, or Pasadena, CA An established California-based AmLaw 200 full-service law firm with over 40 years in practice is seeking an Associate Attorney with 2-5+ years of intellectual property litigation experience to join their team in Irvine, Cerritos, or Pasadena, CA . This role supports a growing docket of patent , trademark , copyright , and trade secret litigation , along with USPTO administrative proceedings , offering meaningful federal court exposure and substantive responsibility. The position is ideal for an attorney seeking to broaden a versatile IP practice within a collaborative, multi-office platform.

Offer:

Salary range: $170,000-$215,000+, contingent on experience Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) retirement plan with firm contribution Generous paid time off and paid holidays Professional development and CLE support Opportunities for advancement within a growing IP litigation group

Qualifications:

2-5+ years of experience handling intellectual property litigation matters Experience with trademark, patent, copyright, or trade secret litigation in federal court, with USPTO or ITC experience considered a plus Familiarity with USPTO administrative proceedings, including trademark opposition, cancellation proceedings, and IPRs, considered a plus Exposure to general business, commercial, or employment litigation considered a plus Admission to the California Bar in good standing Skill in conducting and defending depositions and handling law and motion work Experience preparing and responding to written discovery and managing e-discovery and document review Excellent legal research, writing, and advocacy skills Ability to work collaboratively across a multi-office environment

Responsibilities:

Handle intellectual property litigation matters in federal court, including patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secret disputes Provide general IP-related advice and counsel Conduct document and data reviews and manage e-discovery Prepare and respond to written discovery requests Conduct and defend depositions Handle law and motion work and argue substantive motions at court hearings Participate in arbitration and trial proceedings Prepare trademark, copyright, and patent applications and respond to office actions Handle USPTO administrative proceedings, including opposition, cancellation, and IPR matters For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. CyberCoders will consider for Employment in the City of Los Angeles qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box) Ordinance.

This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 07/15/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed. Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications, and a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. A human recruiter reviews all results. Click here for details on our virtual recruiter . Everforth CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Everforth CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at Benefits@CyberCoders.com to make arrangements.