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Associate - IP Litigation

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Legal
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need 2-4PQE in IP disputes, a strong academic record, attention to detail, great organization, professionalism, and high client service standards.
  • You will manage IP disputes, liaise with clients and counsel, draft correspondence and advice, prepare trial documents, and oversee trade mark portfolios.

Requirements

  • 2-4PQE IP disputes lawyer
  • Strong academic record
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to work methodically essential
  • Exceptional organisational/time management skills
  • Reliable and professional manner
  • High standards of client service and responsiveness

Responsibilities

  • Managing workstreams and assisting with essential stages of IP disputes: briefing counsel, running disclosure exercises, preparing witness statements, expert reports and preparing for trial
  • Corresponding with clients, counsel, witnesses, experts and third parties
  • Involvement in strategy discussions with clients and counsel
  • Drafting inter-solicitor correspondence
  • Drafting standalone advice on any and all IP issues (e.g. from trade mark validity to copyright infringement)
  • Managing your own clients' trade mark portfolios and advising on prospects

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Associate - IP Litigation role?

The primary focus of the role is to work on high-profile IP disputes in both the High Court and the Intellectual Property Enterprise Court, manage client portfolios across trade mark matters, and assist with essential stages of IP disputes.

What type of experience is required for this position?

Candidates should have 2-4 years of PQE as an IP disputes lawyer.

What are the main responsibilities of the Associate in this role?

Main responsibilities include managing workstreams for IP disputes, corresponding with clients and third parties, drafting inter-solicitor correspondence, and managing trade mark portfolios.

What kind of support does Fieldfisher offer for personal and career development?

Fieldfisher provides bespoke support for career development, including access to various areas of the firm, funding for professional development qualifications, and structured career plans.

Where is the Fieldfisher headquarters located?

Fieldfisher HQ is located in the City of London, within a vibrant area offering excellent commuter links.

Does Fieldfisher promote inclusivity and diversity in its recruitment processes?

Yes, Fieldfisher is committed to inclusiveness and diversity and works towards removing accessibility barriers in its recruitment processes.

What benefits does Fieldfisher offer its employees?

Fieldfisher's benefits package includes private health insurance, life assurance, income protection, flexi-gym discounts, season ticket loans, bike-to-work loans, and more.

Is the Associate - IP Litigation position predominantly contentious or non-contentious?

The role is predominantly contentious, although it also includes elements of non-contentious IP work.

How does Fieldfisher support employee collaboration outside of work?

Fieldfisher encourages collaboration through various clubs and networks, including quiz nights, book clubs, fitness challenges, and inclusive events with charity partners.

How can candidates apply for the Associate - IP Litigation position?

Candidates can apply by entering their email address on the job advert and pressing the 'apply now' button to submit their CV.

A law firm built around people

Law
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1989
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Fieldfisher is an enterprising European law firm built around people. We have market-leading practices in our four key sectors of energy and natural resources, technology, financial services and life sciences. Fieldfisher helps clients keep pace with an unpredictable and continually evolving world, with a sector-diverse team of specialist dispute resolution lawyers on hand to assist with conflicts, whatever the size or subject matter. Our network spans over 1,500 people across 25 international offices, all of which offer clients highly commercial, pragmatic advice. We are based in Belgium, China, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Spain, the UK and the US. Fieldfisher was highly commended for its approach to legal services in the European FT Innovative Lawyers Awards 2019.

Culture & Values

  • Putting People First means colleagues, clients and communities at the forefront of all we do, wherever we are, whoever we are.

  • Embracing ESG means we collectively recognise our role in leaving things better than we found them.

  • Collaboration as the catalyst for success, means it is up to all of us to do the right thing, at the right time in the right way.

Benefits

  • Cycle to Work scheme

  • Dental insurance*

  • Discounted gym memberships

  • Employee assistance programme

  • Eye tests

  • Flu vaccination

  • Health cash plan*

  • Private medical insurance (incl. dependents)*