Overview A nationally recognized IP litigation team in San Francisco is hiring across class years for patent litigation roles handling complex, high-stakes disputes for clients ranging from Fortune 100 companies to emerging startups. You’ll work on matters spanning advanced software, semiconductors, telecom, e-commerce, and clean energy—alongside partners known for courtroom excellence and pragmatic, trial-ready strategy. Hybrid schedule, California market comp, and a collaborative culture with real mentorship and progression. Why this role? Run meaningful pieces of headline cases with support calibrated to your level. Junior/mid associates own substantive research, drafting, discovery, and expert support; senior associates lead strategy, take/defend depositions, argue motions, supervise teams, and manage client relationships. Expect cross-office staffing, early stand-up opportunities, and tailored development geared toward counsel/partner tracks. Base pay range $225,000.00/yr - $325,000.00/yr Top Requirements 2–7 years of patent litigation experience at a leading firm Strong writing/briefing across motions to dismiss, claim construction/Markman, summary judgment, and pre-trial work Experience with discovery, depositions, expert coordination, and trial preparation; oral argument a plus Leadership and client-management experience (for senior candidates) Technical degree (EE/CS/engineering or related) preferred but not required Admission to the California Bar or ability to waive in About Whistler Partners Matchmakers, Not Headhunters Whistler Partners is a boutique matchmaking firm focused on counseling the best and the brightest attorneys over the course of their careers. We believe that the right move comes from working closely with talent to curate their long-term career paths. When it comes to career advice, what matters is not the size of the agency but the strength of your individual recruiter. We readily admit that we are elite and only work with the best – after all, a little elitism is okay when it comes to your career. Employers love us because we are picky about whom we represent, and attorneys love us because we get them their dream jobs.

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