The role involves researching and drafting pleadings, discovery, and motion papers within patent litigation.
Candidates must possess experience in the mechanical arts, combined with knowledge of computer technology, coding, and signal processing.
A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related degree is required.
Finnegan's litigation practice covers all aspects of IP-related disputes, including complex patent litigation, appeals, and high-profile trademark disputes.
Finnegan's litigation teams, comprising over 230 litigators, have handled hundreds of cases at all stages before courts and government agencies across the United States, Germany, and the UK.
In the last five years, Finnegan has represented clients in more than 200 appeals at the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit.

Junior Mechanical Patent Litigation Associate

1-3 PQE

Finnegan Henderson Farabow Garrett & Dunner LLP

1-3 PQE

Salary

$225,000 - $260,000

Employment type

Full-time

Practice area

Intellectual Property · Patent Litigation

Location

District of Columbia

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Overview

The role involves researching and drafting pleadings, discovery, and motion papers within patent litigation.
Candidates must possess experience in the mechanical arts, combined with knowledge of computer technology, coding, and signal processing.
A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related degree is required.
Finnegan's litigation practice covers all aspects of IP-related disputes, including complex patent litigation, appeals, and high-profile trademark disputes.
Finnegan's litigation teams, comprising over 230 litigators, have handled hundreds of cases at all stages before courts and government agencies across the United States, Germany, and the UK.
In the last five years, Finnegan has represented clients in more than 200 appeals at the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit.

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Last updated: August 25, 2026