Intellectual Property Associate Attorney

Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1250 attorneys in 44 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978 we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 43rd in the National Law Journals survey of the nations largest law firms. Were also Mansfield Certified Plus and a Women in the Law Forum Gold Standard Law Firm.

Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork Collaboration Client Service and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role and will be valued and empowered then we invite you to apply to ourIntellectual Property Associate Attorneyposition in our New York New YorkOffice.

This position offers a flexible hybrid working arrangement.

The Position

Wilson Elsers Intellectual Property and Technology Team seeks an Associate Attorney. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with a strong litigation background to join a fast-paced and dynamic national team focused on Intellectual Property and Technology transactional law and litigation; privacy AI and data governance; internet law; advertising law and other related industry-specific areas to take the next step in their career by becoming part of a national law firm with a wide range of resources and opportunities. The opportunity is available at Wilson Elsers East Meadow New York or White Plains New York offices; alternative locations with Wilson Elsers other offices may be acceptable.

Key Responsibilities:

• Day-to-day management a litigation caseload and counsel clients in the areas of IP data privacy technology and AI governance/compliance.
• Work closely with other attorneys and Partners on legal projects.
• Act as part of a team that prosecutes and defends lawsuits involving copyrights trademarks trade secrets and trade libel data privacy (including online tracking technologies) rights of privacy/rights of publicity;
• Advise clients on data privacy compliance AI governance and data governance matters including preparation and review or privacy notices internal privacy and security policies procedures and controls third party risk management risk assessments and internal training for clients on these matters
• Advise clients on a wide range of transactional matters including purchase and sale agreements for creative assets collaboration agreements software development agreements licensing agreements etc.
• Communicate with clients and provide status reports.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Must be admitted to practice in the State of New York and at least one federal court in New York State
• 5 years of experience with intellectual property litigation
• Federal/State court litigation experience required with demonstrated experience writing and arguing motions
• Experience taking/defending depositions required
• Experience with privacy AI and data governance and/or data privacy litigation is strongly preferred interest in developing expertise
• Experience with advertising law art law fashion law internet law and/or transactional matters is a plus
• Demonstrated track record of thought leadership in IP is a strong plus
• Excellent analytical writing client service and professional communications skills
• Legal project management experience is helpful

Why Should You Apply

• Flexibility:Remote and hybrid work arrangements to support work-life blend
• Benefits:Outstanding benefits package including 401k match and generous PTO plan
• Career Growth:Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
• Employee Perks:Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits

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