Our client is a leading International law firm who is seeking to hire into its highly regarded Intellectual Property team, with a focus on Patent Litigation. The group advises global technology, telecommunications, pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device and engineering businesses on complex patent disputes across the UK and internationally. This is an opportunity to work closely with market-leading partners and associates on high-profile patent litigation and cross-border disputes, with exposure to proceedings before the UK Patents Court, Court of Appeal, Supreme Court and Unified Patent Court (UPC). Work Highlights The practice advises an impressive client base of global technology companies, telecommunications businesses, pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, medical device manufacturers and other innovation-led organisations. Lawyers in the team advise across a broad range of patent matters, including: High-value patent infringement and validity disputes Unified Patent Court (UPC) litigation, including infringement and validity proceedings Cross-border patent disputes and global litigation strategy Revocation actions and preliminary injunctions Licensing disputes and freedom-to-operate advice SPC and pharmaceutical patent matters Expert evidence and technically complex patent arguments Remedies and enforcement strategy The team regularly works on technically complex cases across life sciences, pharmaceuticals, telecommunications, electronics, software, medical devices and engineering. Candidate Profile 1–3 PQE England
Associate, Patents - Leading International Law Firm (1-3 PQE) employer: Rutherford
Join a leading US law firm with a prestigious reputation in private equity, where you will have the opportunity to work alongside top-tier partners and associates on high-value, cross-border transactions. The London office fosters a collaborative and ambitious work culture, offering exceptional professional growth opportunities and exposure to some of the most sophisticated sponsors in the market. With a commitment to employee development and a dynamic environment, this role is perfect for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in a thriving legal practice.
