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We specialise in high-value and complex patent matters. Our multidisciplinary team combines patent attorneys, litigators and commercial IP lawyers in three of the world’s main patent markets - Germany, UK and USA and now also in the Nordics through our recent expansion into Sweden. Our patent drafting, prosecution and challenges practice obtains and defends high-value and complex patents for clients, and invalidates patents held by others during post-grant proceedings including oppositions at the European Patent Office (EPO). EIP’s litigation practice has built a strong reputation for quality and success amongst its competitors and clients, with a strong track record including success in a landmark ruling on Standard Essential Patents (SEPs) from the UK Supreme Court. Increasingly our patent attorneys work closely with the litigation team in the UK and Germany providing additional technical expertise on large scale international patent litigation matters. We have represented clients in hundreds of oppositions before the EPO. We counsel clients on strategic patent portfolio development, and have implemented high-level IP strategies for some of the world’s largest companies. We also offer commercial advice on the exploitation and use of the full range of Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs) including patents, trademarks, design rights, copyright and other ancillary issues arising in relation to data protection and rights of privacy.

We specialise in high-value and complex patent matters.

You should ideally have experience in patent law.

You will handle patent litigation cases, contribute to expanding the practice in Germany, and collaborate in a dynamic team within a supportive environment.

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Düsseldorf

Patent Litigation Associate / Rechtsanwalt (m/w/d) in Dusseldorf<br><br>For our office in the heart of Düsseldorf, we are looking for a Rechtsanwalt (m/w/d), ideally with experience in patent law. The patent litigation practice is continuing to develop at a fast pace, and we are looking for talented professionals. We are an international patent boutique seeking to further expand our practice in Germany. Become part of our dynamic team and take on responsibility in exciting patent litigation matters. EIP has a modern, progressive and mutually supportive working environment.<br><br>If we have sparked your interest, we should get to know each other.<br><br>karriere@eip.com (or apply below)

Patent Litigation Associate / Rechtsanwalt (m/w/d) in DusseldorfFor our office in the heart of Düsseldorf, we are looking for a Rechtsanwalt (m/w/d), ideally with experience in patent law. The patent litigation practice is continuing to develop at a fast pace, and we are looking for talented professionals. We are an international patent boutique seeking to further expand our practice in Germany. Become part of our dynamic team and take on responsibility in exciting patent litigation matters. EIP has a modern, progressive and mutually supportive working environment.If we have sparked your interest, we should get to know each other.karriere@eip.com (or apply below)

Patent Litigation Associate / Rechtsanwalt (m/w/d) - EIP

Patent Litigation Associate / Rechtsanwalt (m/w/d)

You need a proactive approach, organizational skills, effective communication, autonomy, adaptability under pressure, teamwork, and strong IT skills for a paperless environment.

You will handle client communications, manage documents, assist the paralegal team, track translations, update records, and perform various administrative tasks, including covering duties as needed.

Cardiff

<div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Vacancy: </b>IP Assistant<br>
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<b>Department: </b>Paralegal<br>
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<b>Reports to:</b> Paralegal Manager<br>
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<b>Seniority: </b>Entry Level<br>
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<b>Term: </b>Permanent<br>
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<b>Working arrangement: </b>Full-time (3 days in the office &amp; 2 days working from home)<br>
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Excellent opportunity to start your career in IP!</p><p>
We are looking for a diligent, professional colleague who is interested in joining our paralegal team in either our London, Bath or Leeds office. The role does not require any previous experience and is an chance to start and build a career as a paralegal with a tier-one patent firm. Check out the rest of the website to learn more. We are an innovative and collaborative business who have a track record of bringing entry-level talent into the business and progressing them through our ranks.</p><p>
More details on the role are below. Please reach out to our talent acquisition team via talent@eip.com for more details or apply at the top of the page.</p><p></p><div><b>
Overall purpose of the role:</b><br>
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The employee will provide administrative assistance to the paralegal team and provide cover for the Office/IP Assistant in the office in times of their absence.
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<b>Key outputs:</b><br>
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<b>IP Assistant Duties:</b><br>
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<ul><li>Duties are varied and include:
</li><li>Creating cold reporting / standard letters and emails to go to client</li><li>Checking take on list daily and uploading relevant documents</li><li>Bookmarking working copies</li><li>Implementing updates to working copies</li><li>Filing invoices within EIP Documents</li><li>Updating prior art files</li><li>Reporting Certificate of Grant</li><li>Assisting paralegal team with portfolio take-ons and following relevant procedures</li><li>Monitoring Fees &amp; Charges changes and updating Inprotech and &quot;the bible&quot;</li><li>Ordering and keeping track of translations as requested by the paralegal team</li><li>Sending out work requests and updating spreadsheet</li><li>Preparing travel requests</li><li>Printing and scanning documents on request</li><li>Booking meetings for fee earners and/or paralegals if requested</li><li>Exposure to the overall Patent lifecycle</li></ul></div><p>
Responding to and performing any other reasonable ad hoc administration tasks as needed by the paralegal team</p><div>
The IP Assistant will also follow any other reasonable requests, in line with the scope and responsibilities of their role<br>
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<b>The secondary duties and responsibilities for this role are listed below:</b><br>
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Provides cover when the Office/IP Assistant is out of the office including all primary duties of the
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Office/IP Assistant which are varied and include:-<br>
<ul><li>Collecting post and taking it to the post office</li><li>Setting up meeting rooms</li></ul></div><p>
Both primary and secondary duties are important, and it is the responsibility of the job holder to ensure both are covered. The secondary duties listed are performed on an ad-hoc basis in the event that the Office/IP Assistant is absent.</p><p></p><p><b>
Skills &amp; Experience</b></p><p>
This is an entry-level role but you will be comfortable working in a modern, fast-paced environment where you are given a level of autonomy to do your work.</p><div><b>
Successful candidates will also be able to demonstrate the following:</b><br>
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<ul><li>A &ldquo;can-do&rdquo; approach</li><li>A consistent and reliable manner</li><li>Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise competing priorities</li><li>The ability to communicate effectively</li><li>The ability to work autonomously</li><li>The ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines</li><li>The ability to foster trust and understanding within the team by showing willingness to assist when requests come in maintaining a positive approach and showing concern for others by offering to cover</li><li>Excellent IT skills as we are a paperless office and we have very advanced IT systems</li></ul></div><p></p><div><b>
Rewards &amp; Benefits</b><br>
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We offer a competitive salary and several benefits:<br>
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<ul><li>Discretionary bonus</li><li>25 days of holiday, excluding bank holidays</li><li>Pension Scheme</li><li>Private medical health care</li><li>Free eye tests</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Cycle to work scheme</li><li>Season ticket loan</li><li>Electric vehicle scheme</li><li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave</li><li>Holiday Loyalty</li></ul><br>
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Other information</b><br>
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<b>Equal opportunities</b><br>
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EIP is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religious practice or any other perceived differences.<br>
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<b>Hybrid Working</b><br>
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With our state-of-the-art paperless systems, we offer hybrid working, three days in the office and two from home. EIP&rsquo;s employees also enjoy reduced business hours on the days when working from the office subject to there being no urgent work commitments.</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div></div>

Vacancy: IP Assistant

Department: Paralegal

Reports to: Paralegal Manager

Seniority: Entry Level

Term: Permanent

Working arrangement: Full-time (3 days in the office & 2 days working from home)

Excellent opportunity to start your career in IP!
We are looking for a diligent, professional colleague who is interested in joining our paralegal team in either our London, Bath or Leeds office. The role does not require any previous experience and is an chance to start and build a career as a paralegal with a tier-one patent firm. Check out the rest of the website to learn more. We are an innovative and collaborative business who have a track record of bringing entry-level talent into the business and progressing them through our ranks.
More details on the role are below. Please reach out to our talent acquisition team via talent@eip.com for more details or apply at the top of the page.
Overall purpose of the role:

The employee will provide administrative assistance to the paralegal team and provide cover for the Office/IP Assistant in the office in times of their absence.


Key outputs:

IP Assistant Duties:

Duties are varied and include:
Creating cold reporting / standard letters and emails to go to clientChecking take on list daily and uploading relevant documentsBookmarking working copiesImplementing updates to working copiesFiling invoices within EIP DocumentsUpdating prior art filesReporting Certificate of GrantAssisting paralegal team with portfolio take-ons and following relevant proceduresMonitoring Fees & Charges changes and updating Inprotech and "the bible"Ordering and keeping track of translations as requested by the paralegal teamSending out work requests and updating spreadsheetPreparing travel requestsPrinting and scanning documents on requestBooking meetings for fee earners and/or paralegals if requestedExposure to the overall Patent lifecycle
Responding to and performing any other reasonable ad hoc administration tasks as needed by the paralegal team
The IP Assistant will also follow any other reasonable requests, in line with the scope and responsibilities of their role

The secondary duties and responsibilities for this role are listed below:

Provides cover when the Office/IP Assistant is out of the office including all primary duties of the

Office/IP Assistant which are varied and include:-
Collecting post and taking it to the post officeSetting up meeting rooms
Both primary and secondary duties are important, and it is the responsibility of the job holder to ensure both are covered. The secondary duties listed are performed on an ad-hoc basis in the event that the Office/IP Assistant is absent.
Skills & Experience
This is an entry-level role but you will be comfortable working in a modern, fast-paced environment where you are given a level of autonomy to do your work.
Successful candidates will also be able to demonstrate the following:

A “can-do” approachA consistent and reliable mannerExcellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise competing prioritiesThe ability to communicate effectivelyThe ability to work autonomouslyThe ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlinesThe ability to foster trust and understanding within the team by showing willingness to assist when requests come in maintaining a positive approach and showing concern for others by offering to coverExcellent IT skills as we are a paperless office and we have very advanced IT systems
Rewards & Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and several benefits:

Discretionary bonus25 days of holiday, excluding bank holidaysPension SchemePrivate medical health careFree eye testsEmployee Assistance ProgrammeCycle to work schemeSeason ticket loanElectric vehicle schemeEnhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leaveHoliday Loyalty

Other information

Equal opportunities

EIP is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religious practice or any other perceived differences.

Hybrid Working

With our state-of-the-art paperless systems, we offer hybrid working, three days in the office and two from home. EIP’s employees also enjoy reduced business hours on the days when working from the office subject to there being no urgent work commitments.

IP Assistant - Cardiff - EIP

IP Assistant - Cardiff

You must be a qualified patent attorney with telecom litigation experience, strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple clients under pressure.

You will handle telecom litigation focusing on SEP matters, provide technical expertise, analyze portfolios, and draft and prosecute patents for litigation clients.

London

<div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Job title: </b>Qualified Litigation Support Patent Attorney - SEP Litigation (multiple opportunities)<br>
<b>Location: </b>London<br>
<b>Discipline: </b>High-Tech Patent Litigation<br>
<b>Seniority: </b>Dual Qualification (EPA/CPA)<br>
<b>Term: </b>Permanent<br>
<b>Working arrangement: </b>Full-time (hybrid<b>)</b></p><p><b><br>
EIP's award-winning litigation group is looking for associate patent attorneys to join the group and focus on high-value patent litigation matters.</b></p><p><br>
EIP is looking for a new patent attorney with experience in patent litigation to join our <b>award winning group </b>in London, working on a high-value caseload of litigation matters.
</p><p>The role wits within our <b>litigation patent attorney hub </b>meaning that, uniquely within the patent sector, we can offer a role that forms an integral part of our litigation cases - providing technical expertise to our litigators, portfolio analysis, portfolio testing and drafting and prosecution of patents on behalf of our litigation clients.</p><p>
Typically work will include work on telecoms litigation matters, with a significant proportion of the work focusing on <b>standard essential patent (SEP) litigation</b>, an area where EIP has earned a reputation as the <b>'go-to' patent experts.</b></p><p><b>
About the Litigation Team</b></p><p>
Formed in November 2011, our substantial multi award-winning patent litigation practice is highly successful for its clients and highly ranked in the legal directories. Our innovative combination of patent attorneys alongside our experienced specialist patent litigators provides an invaluable combination of professionals to work with to evaluate the fine detail cases both technically and legally.</p><p>
Our cross-border team of patent litigators sits in the UK and Germany allowing us to service clients in two of the key European patent litigation jurisdictions.</p><p><b><br>
Experience, skills &amp; qualifications</b></p><p>
You will be a qualified patent attorney and will have demonstrable experience working on patents in telecoms, ideally 3GPP and SEPs. Although experience in telecoms as a trainee or qualified attorney is important, an academic background in telecoms or communications technology is not essential.</p><p>
This role will suit a candidate who has worked in an patent firm where they have been involved in relevant litigation cases or a candidate who has been exposed to litigation in-house, ideally within the telecoms sector at a manufacturer or network company.</p><div>
Successful EIPers typically demonstrate the following:<br>
<ul><li>An appropriate professional attitude (personable, well prepared, flexible and enthusiastic)</li><li>Excellent written and oral communication skills</li><li>Ability to express complex ideas clearly and concisely, and the ability to structure a precise and coherent argument</li><li>Ability to deal with a variety of people at different levels</li><li>Ability to balance knowledge of intellectual property law against commercial requirements</li><li>Ability to work under pressure, which may be the result of competing and inflexible deadlines when working for more than one client at the same time</li><li>Excellent research and presentation skills</li><li>Meticulous attention to detail, and an analytical mind</li><li>Initiative, accountability and the ability to act independently and manage own workload.</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Job title: Qualified Litigation Support Patent Attorney - SEP Litigation (multiple opportunities)
Location: London
Discipline: High-Tech Patent Litigation
Seniority: Dual Qualification (EPA/CPA)
Term: Permanent
Working arrangement: Full-time (hybrid)
EIP's award-winning litigation group is looking for associate patent attorneys to join the group and focus on high-value patent litigation matters.
EIP is looking for a new patent attorney with experience in patent litigation to join our award winning group in London, working on a high-value caseload of litigation matters.
The role wits within our litigation patent attorney hub meaning that, uniquely within the patent sector, we can offer a role that forms an integral part of our litigation cases - providing technical expertise to our litigators, portfolio analysis, portfolio testing and drafting and prosecution of patents on behalf of our litigation clients.
Typically work will include work on telecoms litigation matters, with a significant proportion of the work focusing on standard essential patent (SEP) litigation, an area where EIP has earned a reputation as the 'go-to' patent experts.
About the Litigation Team
Formed in November 2011, our substantial multi award-winning patent litigation practice is highly successful for its clients and highly ranked in the legal directories. Our innovative combination of patent attorneys alongside our experienced specialist patent litigators provides an invaluable combination of professionals to work with to evaluate the fine detail cases both technically and legally.
Our cross-border team of patent litigators sits in the UK and Germany allowing us to service clients in two of the key European patent litigation jurisdictions.
Experience, skills & qualifications
You will be a qualified patent attorney and will have demonstrable experience working on patents in telecoms, ideally 3GPP and SEPs. Although experience in telecoms as a trainee or qualified attorney is important, an academic background in telecoms or communications technology is not essential.
This role will suit a candidate who has worked in an patent firm where they have been involved in relevant litigation cases or a candidate who has been exposed to litigation in-house, ideally within the telecoms sector at a manufacturer or network company.
Successful EIPers typically demonstrate the following:
An appropriate professional attitude (personable, well prepared, flexible and enthusiastic)Excellent written and oral communication skillsAbility to express complex ideas clearly and concisely, and the ability to structure a precise and coherent argumentAbility to deal with a variety of people at different levelsAbility to balance knowledge of intellectual property law against commercial requirementsAbility to work under pressure, which may be the result of competing and inflexible deadlines when working for more than one client at the same timeExcellent research and presentation skillsMeticulous attention to detail, and an analytical mindInitiative, accountability and the ability to act independently and manage own workload.

Qualified Litigation Support Patent Attorney - SEP Litigation - EIP

Qualified Litigation Support Patent Attorney - SEP Litigation

You must be a qualified German and European patent attorney with 4-7 years experience in high-value litigation and a technical background in high-tech areas like telecoms and software.

You will handle high-value patent litigation cases, leveraging your technical expertise and experience in a growing European team while contributing to strategic development.

Job title: Patent Attorney - Litigation<br><br>Location: Dusseldorf<br><br>Discipline: High-Tech Patent Litigation<br><br>Role type: Patent Attorney<br><br>Seniority: 4-7 years post qualification experience<br><br>Term: Permanent<br><br>Working arrangement: Full-time<br><br>EIP is looking for a new patent attorney with experience in patent litigation to join our Dusseldorf office. The patent litigation practice is continuing to develop at a rapid rate, and we are looking for talented professionals to help out with increased work demands from existing clients and new work demands from recent client instructions.<br><br>As the first patent attorney litigator in our German office you will have the opportunity to add significant value to a variety of cases. You will have the opportunity to 'get in at the ground floor' of this exciting development for EIP as it strengthens its position as a leading European patent litigation team.<br><br>About The Litigation Team<br><br>Formed in November 2011, our substantial multi award-winning patent litigation practice is highly successful for its clients and highly ranked in the legal directories. Our cross-border team of patent litigators sits in Germany and the UK thus allowing us to service clients in two of the key European patent litigation jurisdictions.<br><br>Our innovative combination of experienced specialist patent litigators and the wide variety of technical specialties of our patent attorneys provides an invaluable combination of professionals to work with to evaluate the fine detail of any case both technically and legally.<br><br>Experience, Skills And Qualifications<br><br>You will be a qualified German and European patent attorney who has experience practicing litigation on high value and complex matters. You will have between four and seven years experience as a qualified attorney. You will have a technical background in a high-tech area.<br><br>A lot of our work is in telecoms, software and emerging technologies and you will have the chance to experience the full range of cases. Alongside our salary and benefits package, our bonus transparent scheme means that achieving a significant proportion of your salary in regular additional bonuses is almost a guarantee! For the right person, opportunities to progress exist as we seek to grow this patent attorney team within the German office.<br><br>About EIP<br><br>EIP specialises in high-value and complex patent matters with offices in Europe and the US. Our multidisciplinary team combines patent attorneys, litigators and commercial IP lawyers in three of the world’s main patent markets – Germany, UK and USA, and now also in the Nordics through our recent expansion into Sweden. EIP has an ever-growing client base, from major multinationals through exciting mid-stage IP-rich companies, to highly innovative start-ups, across the world.<br><br>The approach to progress is highly meritocratic, with patent attorneys at all levels receiving support through a sophisticated training program. New trainees get exposure to clients from the day of joining. Those who join us share in the team's stand-out visibility in the world of patents and get to celebrate our award wins.<br><br>Since 2018 EIP has been a five-time winner of European and UK Patent Contentious Firm of the Year by leading IP magazine, Managing IP while The Financial Times lists EIP as a leading European patent law firm, recently awarding EIP the highest possible ranking (gold stars across all six technology areas). Feedback received from clients and peers rates EIP as “unstuffy and its staff are very personable”, with “excellent technical and legal expertise”, and they “combine an exceptional professional ethic with impressive technical diligence”.<br><br>Diversity is an intrinsic part of EIP’s business culture. We are proud to support the IP Inclusive initiative and we are a signatory to the IP Inclusive Charter. EIP actively engages in diversity efforts and is committed to developing an attitude of openness for the benefit of all those working in the IP profession.<br><br>Other Information<br><br>With our state-of-the-art paperless systems, we offer hybrid working, three days in the office and two from home. EIP’s employees also enjoy reduced business hours on the days when working from the office subject to there being no urgent work commitments.<br><br>EIP has a friendly, progressive and mutually supportive working environment along with a smart casual dress policy and stylish modern offices.<br><br>Equal opportunities<br><br>EIP is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religious practice or any other perceived differences.

Job title: Patent Attorney - LitigationLocation: DusseldorfDiscipline: High-Tech Patent LitigationRole type: Patent AttorneySeniority: 4-7 years post qualification experienceTerm: PermanentWorking arrangement: Full-timeEIP is looking for a new patent attorney with experience in patent litigation to join our Dusseldorf office. The patent litigation practice is continuing to develop at a rapid rate, and we are looking for talented professionals to help out with increased work demands from existing clients and new work demands from recent client instructions.As the first patent attorney litigator in our German office you will have the opportunity to add significant value to a variety of cases. You will have the opportunity to 'get in at the ground floor' of this exciting development for EIP as it strengthens its position as a leading European patent litigation team.About The Litigation TeamFormed in November 2011, our substantial multi award-winning patent litigation practice is highly successful for its clients and highly ranked in the legal directories. Our cross-border team of patent litigators sits in Germany and the UK thus allowing us to service clients in two of the key European patent litigation jurisdictions.Our innovative combination of experienced specialist patent litigators and the wide variety of technical specialties of our patent attorneys provides an invaluable combination of professionals to work with to evaluate the fine detail of any case both technically and legally.Experience, Skills And QualificationsYou will be a qualified German and European patent attorney who has experience practicing litigation on high value and complex matters. You will have between four and seven years experience as a qualified attorney. You will have a technical background in a high-tech area.A lot of our work is in telecoms, software and emerging technologies and you will have the chance to experience the full range of cases. Alongside our salary and benefits package, our bonus transparent scheme means that achieving a significant proportion of your salary in regular additional bonuses is almost a guarantee! For the right person, opportunities to progress exist as we seek to grow this patent attorney team within the German office.About EIPEIP specialises in high-value and complex patent matters with offices in Europe and the US. Our multidisciplinary team combines patent attorneys, litigators and commercial IP lawyers in three of the world’s main patent markets – Germany, UK and USA, and now also in the Nordics through our recent expansion into Sweden. EIP has an ever-growing client base, from major multinationals through exciting mid-stage IP-rich companies, to highly innovative start-ups, across the world.The approach to progress is highly meritocratic, with patent attorneys at all levels receiving support through a sophisticated training program. New trainees get exposure to clients from the day of joining. Those who join us share in the team's stand-out visibility in the world of patents and get to celebrate our award wins.Since 2018 EIP has been a five-time winner of European and UK Patent Contentious Firm of the Year by leading IP magazine, Managing IP while The Financial Times lists EIP as a leading European patent law firm, recently awarding EIP the highest possible ranking (gold stars across all six technology areas). Feedback received from clients and peers rates EIP as “unstuffy and its staff are very personable”, with “excellent technical and legal expertise”, and they “combine an exceptional professional ethic with impressive technical diligence”.Diversity is an intrinsic part of EIP’s business culture. We are proud to support the IP Inclusive initiative and we are a signatory to the IP Inclusive Charter. EIP actively engages in diversity efforts and is committed to developing an attitude of openness for the benefit of all those working in the IP profession.Other InformationWith our state-of-the-art paperless systems, we offer hybrid working, three days in the office and two from home. EIP’s employees also enjoy reduced business hours on the days when working from the office subject to there being no urgent work commitments.EIP has a friendly, progressive and mutually supportive working environment along with a smart casual dress policy and stylish modern offices.Equal opportunitiesEIP is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religious practice or any other perceived differences.

Patent Attorney - Litigation - EIP

&lt;strong&gt;Job title:&lt;/strong&gt; Patent Attorney - Litigation&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Location: &lt;/strong&gt;Dusseldorf&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Discipline: &lt;/strong&gt;High-Tech Patent Litigation&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Role type:&lt;/strong&gt; Patent Attorney&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Seniority:&lt;/strong&gt; 4-7 years post qualification experience&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Term:&lt;/strong&gt; Permanent&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Working arrangement: &lt;/strong&gt;Full-time&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;EIP is looking for a new patent attorney with experience in patent litigation to join our Dusseldorf office. The patent litigation practice is continuing to develop at a rapid rate, and we are looking for talented professionals to help out with increased work demands from existing clients and new work demands from recent client instructions.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;As the first patent attorney litigator in our German office you will have the opportunity to add significant value to a variety of cases. You will have the opportunity to 'get in at the ground floor' of this exciting development for EIP as it strengthens its position as a leading European patent litigation team.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;About The Litigation Team&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Formed in November 2011, our substantial multi award-winning patent litigation practice is highly successful for its clients and highly ranked in the legal directories. Our cross-border team of patent litigators sits in Germany and the UK thus allowing us to service clients in two of the key European patent litigation jurisdictions.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Our innovative combination of experienced specialist patent litigators and the wide variety of technical specialties of our patent attorneys provides an invaluable combination of professionals to work with to evaluate the fine detail of any case both technically and legally.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Experience, Skills And Qualifications&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;You will be a qualified German and European patent attorney who has experience practicing litigation on high value and complex matters. You will have between four and seven years experience as a qualified attorney. You will have a technical background in a high-tech area.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;A lot of our work is in telecoms, software and emerging technologies and you will have the chance to experience the full range of cases. Alongside our salary and benefits package, our bonus transparent scheme means that achieving a significant proportion of your salary in regular additional bonuses is almost a guarantee! For the right person, opportunities to progress exist as we seek to grow this patent attorney team within the German office.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;About EIP&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;EIP specialises in high-value and complex patent matters with offices in Europe and the US. Our multidisciplinary team combines patent attorneys, litigators and commercial IP lawyers in three of the world’s main patent markets – Germany, UK and USA, and now also in the Nordics through our recent expansion into Sweden. EIP has an ever-growing client base, from major multinationals through exciting mid-stage IP-rich companies, to highly innovative start-ups, across the world.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The approach to progress is highly meritocratic, with patent attorneys at all levels receiving support through a sophisticated training program. New trainees get exposure to clients from the day of joining. Those who join us share in the team's stand-out visibility in the world of patents and get to celebrate our award wins.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Since 2018 EIP has been a five-time winner of European and UK Patent Contentious Firm of the Year by leading IP magazine, Managing IP while The Financial Times lists EIP as a leading European patent law firm, recently awarding EIP the highest possible ranking (gold stars across all six technology areas). Feedback received from clients and peers rates EIP as “unstuffy and its staff are very personable”, with “excellent technical and legal expertise”, and they “combine an exceptional professional ethic with impressive technical diligence”.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Diversity is an intrinsic part of EIP’s business culture. We are proud to support the IP Inclusive initiative and we are a signatory to the IP Inclusive Charter. EIP actively engages in diversity efforts and is committed to developing an attitude of openness for the benefit of all those working in the IP profession.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Other Information&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;With our state-of-the-art paperless systems, we offer hybrid working, three days in the office and two from home. EIP’s employees also enjoy reduced business hours on the days when working from the office subject to there being no urgent work commitments.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;EIP has a friendly, progressive and mutually supportive working environment along with a smart casual dress policy and stylish modern offices.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Equal opportunities&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;EIP is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religious practice or any other perceived differences.

Patent Attorney - Litigation

You need a 2:1 degree, LPC/SQE, interest in patent law, strong communication skills, attention to detail, initiative, and a flexible, professional attitude. STEM background preferred but not essential.

You will engage in client care, support practice operations, manage cases, deliver oral presentations, communicate effectively, and contribute to business development efforts.

<div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Vacancy: </b>Trainee Solicitor - September 2025 Start</p><p><b>
Discipline:</b> Patent Litigation</p><p>
<b>Preferred Minimum Level of Qualifications:</b> 2:1 Degree / LPC / SQE / STEM Graduates / Masters / PhD</p><p><b>
Term: </b>2 years</p><p><b>
Working hours:</b> Full-time</p><p><b>
Start date: </b>September 2025</p><p><b>
About EIP</b></p><p>
EIP is award-winning and specialises in high-value and complex patent matters with offices in Europe and the US. Our multi-disciplinary team combines patent attorneys, litigators, and commercial IP lawyers in three of the world's leading patent markets - Europe, UK &amp; USA. EIP has an impressive global client base from SMEs to multinational blue-chip companies and includes telecoms owners, major software developers, pharma and biotech companies, medical device manufacturers, aerospace and logistics companies.</p><div><br>
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EIP has been recognised for its expertise across legal directories and awards. Since its launch in 2019 EIP has been ranked in the FT's list of Europe&rsquo;s Leading Patent Law Firms and most recently EIP received gold ranking in all six technical categories - one of only three firms in Europe to do so. In 2022 EIP won 'European Patent Contentious Firm of the Year' at Managing IP Awards EMEA, after winning 'UK Patent Contentious Firm of the Year' for four years from 2018 to 2021.</div><div>
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Diversity is an intrinsic part of EIP&rsquo;s business culture. We are proud to support the IP Inclusive initiative and we are a signatory to the IP Inclusive Charter. EIP actively engages in diversity efforts and is committed to developing an attitude of openness for the benefit of all those working in the IP profession.</div>
<p><b>About the litigation team</b></p><p>
Our multi award-winning patent litigation practice is highly successful and highly ranked in the legal directories. Our cross-border team of patent litigators sits in Germany and the UK thus allowing us to service clients in two of the key European patent litigation jurisdictions.</p><p>
Our innovative combination of experienced specialist patent litigators and the wide variety of technical specialties of our patent attorneys provides an invaluable combination of professionals to work with to evaluate the fine detail of any case both technically and legally.</p><p>
As borne out by our long line of client successes in the court room, this combination gives EIP and its clients an invaluable tool for the early identification and preparation of the most suitable case for our clients&rsquo; needs, and the progression of that case through to trial.</p><p>
The litigation team has offices in London and Dusseldorf. The position is for the London office and we currently have 5 partners, 12 associates and 1 trainee.</p>
<div><p><b>About the vacancy</b></p><p>
We are looking for a trainee solicitor to join our leading litigation department who will gain direct experience working closely with the solicitors and partners on complex patent cases.</p><div>
Additionally, the trainee solicitor will develop their skills in other areas, to include:</div><ul><li>
Client care</li><li>
Practice support</li><li>
Case management</li><li>
Oral presentation</li><li>
Communication skills</li><li>
Business development</li></ul><div>
You will work within the patent litigation department, supporting fee earners in all aspect of their contentious work. During the second year of your training contract, you will have the opportunity to gain experience in commercial law; in that regard, many of our trainees undertake a secondment with one of our clients or one of our partner law firms.</div><div>
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This is a unique opportunity for an aspiring trainee solicitor with an interest in patent law to establish their career and work on large patent litigation cases. Individual thinking is encouraged, and everyone gets fully involved and takes ownership of their work to achieve the best for the client and also develop their career in an innovative and forward-thinking IP law firm.</div><div>
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Trainees will be considered for an associate position upon qualification.</div></div><div><p><b>
Skills, experience &amp; qualifications</b></p><p>
We would be interested to hear from graduates (in STEM or other disciplines who can demonstrate an interest in patent law) who are in the process of completing (or have completed but are seeking a training contract) their Legal Practice Course (LPC) / Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE). An academic background in patent Law and/or a STEM subject is desirable but not essential. Candidates may have but are not required to have an MSc or a PhD qualification in a scientific subject.</p><p>
You will be comfortable working in a modern, fast-paced environment where you are given a level of autonomy to do your work.</p><div><br>
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Successful candidates will also be able to demonstrate the following:</div><ul><li>
An appropriate professional attitude (personable, well prepared, flexible and enthusiastic)</li><li>
Excellent written and oral communication skills</li><li>
Ability to express complex ideas clearly and concisely, and the ability to structure a precise and coherent argument</li><li>
Ability to deal with a variety of people at different levels</li><li>
Ability to balance knowledge of intellectual property law against commercial requirements</li><li>
Ability to work under pressure</li><li>
Excellent research and presentation skills</li><li>
Meticulous attention to detail, and an analytical mind</li><li>
Initiative and the ability to act independently</li></ul></div><p><b>
Benefits &amp; rewards</b></p><p>
Our Trainees receive a competitive salary and several benefits, including bi-annual bonuses, pension, medical insurance, an electric vehicle scheme and enhanced leave policies amongst others.</p>
<p><b>Equal opportunities</b></p><p>
EIP is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religious practice or any other perceived differences.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div></div>

Vacancy: Trainee Solicitor - September 2025 Start
Discipline: Patent Litigation
Preferred Minimum Level of Qualifications: 2:1 Degree / LPC / SQE / STEM Graduates / Masters / PhD
Term: 2 years
Working hours: Full-time
Start date: September 2025
About EIP
EIP is award-winning and specialises in high-value and complex patent matters with offices in Europe and the US. Our multi-disciplinary team combines patent attorneys, litigators, and commercial IP lawyers in three of the world's leading patent markets - Europe, UK & USA. EIP has an impressive global client base from SMEs to multinational blue-chip companies and includes telecoms owners, major software developers, pharma and biotech companies, medical device manufacturers, aerospace and logistics companies.

EIP has been recognised for its expertise across legal directories and awards. Since its launch in 2019 EIP has been ranked in the FT's list of Europe’s Leading Patent Law Firms and most recently EIP received gold ranking in all six technical categories - one of only three firms in Europe to do so. In 2022 EIP won 'European Patent Contentious Firm of the Year' at Managing IP Awards EMEA, after winning 'UK Patent Contentious Firm of the Year' for four years from 2018 to 2021.

Diversity is an intrinsic part of EIP’s business culture. We are proud to support the IP Inclusive initiative and we are a signatory to the IP Inclusive Charter. EIP actively engages in diversity efforts and is committed to developing an attitude of openness for the benefit of all those working in the IP profession.
About the litigation team
Our multi award-winning patent litigation practice is highly successful and highly ranked in the legal directories. Our cross-border team of patent litigators sits in Germany and the UK thus allowing us to service clients in two of the key European patent litigation jurisdictions.
Our innovative combination of experienced specialist patent litigators and the wide variety of technical specialties of our patent attorneys provides an invaluable combination of professionals to work with to evaluate the fine detail of any case both technically and legally.
As borne out by our long line of client successes in the court room, this combination gives EIP and its clients an invaluable tool for the early identification and preparation of the most suitable case for our clients’ needs, and the progression of that case through to trial.
The litigation team has offices in London and Dusseldorf. The position is for the London office and we currently have 5 partners, 12 associates and 1 trainee.
About the vacancy
We are looking for a trainee solicitor to join our leading litigation department who will gain direct experience working closely with the solicitors and partners on complex patent cases.
Additionally, the trainee solicitor will develop their skills in other areas, to include:
Client care
Practice support
Case management
Oral presentation
Communication skills
Business development
You will work within the patent litigation department, supporting fee earners in all aspect of their contentious work. During the second year of your training contract, you will have the opportunity to gain experience in commercial law; in that regard, many of our trainees undertake a secondment with one of our clients or one of our partner law firms.

This is a unique opportunity for an aspiring trainee solicitor with an interest in patent law to establish their career and work on large patent litigation cases. Individual thinking is encouraged, and everyone gets fully involved and takes ownership of their work to achieve the best for the client and also develop their career in an innovative and forward-thinking IP law firm.

Trainees will be considered for an associate position upon qualification.
Skills, experience & qualifications
We would be interested to hear from graduates (in STEM or other disciplines who can demonstrate an interest in patent law) who are in the process of completing (or have completed but are seeking a training contract) their Legal Practice Course (LPC) / Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE). An academic background in patent Law and/or a STEM subject is desirable but not essential. Candidates may have but are not required to have an MSc or a PhD qualification in a scientific subject.
You will be comfortable working in a modern, fast-paced environment where you are given a level of autonomy to do your work.

Successful candidates will also be able to demonstrate the following:
An appropriate professional attitude (personable, well prepared, flexible and enthusiastic)
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to express complex ideas clearly and concisely, and the ability to structure a precise and coherent argument
Ability to deal with a variety of people at different levels
Ability to balance knowledge of intellectual property law against commercial requirements
Ability to work under pressure
Excellent research and presentation skills
Meticulous attention to detail, and an analytical mind
Initiative and the ability to act independently
Benefits & rewards
Our Trainees receive a competitive salary and several benefits, including bi-annual bonuses, pension, medical insurance, an electric vehicle scheme and enhanced leave policies amongst others.
Equal opportunities
EIP is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religious practice or any other perceived differences.

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