REQUIREMENTS Successful candidates will have substantial patent litigation experience, including managing fact and expert discovery, drafting and arguing substantive motions, taking and defending depositions, preparing witnesses, supporting trial teams, and developing case strategy. Candidates should possess a strong technical background in chemistry, organic chemistry, small molecules, or a related discipline. Experience litigating matters involving small molecules, polymers, or life sciences technologies is preferred. Candidates should demonstrate exceptional written and oral advocacy skills, strong analytical abilities, and the ability to manage significant client responsibilities while working collaboratively in a team environment. A related advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) is preferred. USPTO registration is a plus but not required. SUMMARY Vanguard Intellectual Partners (Vanguard-IP) specializes in the placement of IP/Patent professionals nationwide. Our sole focus on intellectual property enables us to more deeply understand our clients’ technical needs, and our candidates’ individual talents and career interests. Our broad network of long-term client relationships gives us a competitive edge. Our recruiters all have 10+ years of IP recruiting experience, and an exceptional record of success. We have superior knowledge of the IP job market, and offer trusted career advice for our candidates. We also have the resources and high-level contacts to get your resume noticed by the people who matter. We look forward to speaking with you, and learning more about what you are seeking in your next opportunity. CONFIDENTIALITY At Vanguard-IP, we respect the confidentiality of every candidate who contacts us. Furthermore, we will always obtain expressed authorization before submitting your resume to any of our clients. **Should you have an interest in exploring opportunities in another location, we have hundreds of openings in other markets. Please apply now and our team would be happy to review your information for this or other openings in your location of interest.