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January 26, 2026

Los Angeles - Lateral Attorney

Intellectual PropertyCR/TM LitigationLitigationPatent Litigation
Kirkland & Ellis LLP

Kirkland & Ellis LLP

Los Angeles

Los Angeles - Lateral Attorney

Kirkland & Ellis LLP
Kirkland & Ellis LLPLos Angeles

Practice area

Intellectual Property · CR/TM Litigation · Litigation · Patent Litigation

PQE

5+ years

Location

Los Angeles, California

Employment type

Full-time

About the Team

Work within the Intellectual Property practice group based in Los Angeles, CA. The group represents and advises companies on intellectual property litigation including patent, copyright infringement, trade-secret misappropriation, and trademark infringement.

About the Role

This is a Partner-level opportunity. You will focus on representing and advising companies in intellectual property litigation matters.

In this role, you'll

  • Managing IP litigation cases, including both patent and trademark matters.
  • Drafting dispositive motions, pleadings, and discovery responses.
  • Supervising discovery proceedings, including document review and production.
  • Drafting expert reports for damages and infringement issues, and preparing infringement and invalidity contentions.
  • Taking and defending depositions, and preparing witnesses for jury trials.
  • Supporting jury trials, bench trials, and hearings.
  • Supporting client engagement activities.

We're seeking someone with experience including

  • Juris Doctor or LL.M. degree, or foreign equivalent.
  • Admission to the State Bar of California.
  • Five years of experience as an Associate, Law Clerk, or a related role focusing on litigation matters.
  • Demonstrated experience in IP litigation and jury trial.

Last updated: May 21, 2026

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Trusted recruiters

Work with a recruiter who has a real relationship with the hiring team and comes recommended by your peers.

  • Kate Reder Sheikh
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Kate Reder Sheikh

    Legal Recruiter

    Major, Lindsey & Africa

    Why talk to Kate Reder Sheikh?

    Ryan Kidman joined Kirkland & Ellis LLP's San Francisco office in the Corporate group.

    I cannot recommend Kate highly enough. She knows the Bay Area market intimately and is able to leverage that knowledge to give actionable, tailored advice (down to the specific interviewer). Kate is a true counselor and advisor and it was a privilege to work with her.

    Kirkland & Ellis LLP

    Ryan Kidman

    Kirkland & Ellis LLP • San Francisco
  • Zsaleh Harivandi
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Zsaleh Harivandi

    Legal Recruiter

    Swan Legal Search

    Why talk to Zsaleh Harivandi?

    Miranda Wheeler joined Kirkland & Ellis LLP's Los Angeles office in the Litigation group.

    Zsaleh is fantastic. I cannot recommend her enough. Amidst the chaos of billing 250-hour months, it felt like moving firms was impossible. However, Zsaleh made it possible with her attention to detail, great communication, and excellent follow-up. She carefully tailored her job recommendations to what I wanted so I could efficiently decide where to apply. She was also extremely supportive of me being picky about where to apply and I knew she had (and still has) my best interest at heart. Finally, Zsaleh is so warm, kind, and friendly—you will feel comfortable around her immediately, which is critical in such a stressful process. I’ve recommended her to several friends and am doing the same here. Thank you again, Zsaleh!

    Kirkland & Ellis LLP

    Miranda Wheeler

    Kirkland & Ellis LLP • Los Angeles

Trusted recruiters

Work with a recruiter who has a real relationship with the hiring team and comes recommended by your peers.

  • Kate Reder Sheikh
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Kate Reder Sheikh

    Legal Recruiter

    Major, Lindsey & Africa

    Why talk to Kate Reder Sheikh?

    Ryan Kidman joined Kirkland & Ellis LLP's San Francisco office in the Corporate group.

    I cannot recommend Kate highly enough. She knows the Bay Area market intimately and is able to leverage that knowledge to give actionable, tailored advice (down to the specific interviewer). Kate is a true counselor and advisor and it was a privilege to work with her.

    Kirkland & Ellis LLP

    Ryan Kidman

    Kirkland & Ellis LLP • San Francisco
  • Zsaleh Harivandi
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Zsaleh Harivandi

    Legal Recruiter

    Swan Legal Search

    Why talk to Zsaleh Harivandi?

    Miranda Wheeler joined Kirkland & Ellis LLP's Los Angeles office in the Litigation group.

    Zsaleh is fantastic. I cannot recommend her enough. Amidst the chaos of billing 250-hour months, it felt like moving firms was impossible. However, Zsaleh made it possible with her attention to detail, great communication, and excellent follow-up. She carefully tailored her job recommendations to what I wanted so I could efficiently decide where to apply. She was also extremely supportive of me being picky about where to apply and I knew she had (and still has) my best interest at heart. Finally, Zsaleh is so warm, kind, and friendly—you will feel comfortable around her immediately, which is critical in such a stressful process. I’ve recommended her to several friends and am doing the same here. Thank you again, Zsaleh!

    Kirkland & Ellis LLP

    Miranda Wheeler

    Kirkland & Ellis LLP • Los Angeles