Practical Law US is looking for a Patent Litigation Editor to join our Intellectual Property & Technology Service and who will:
• Develop ideas for patent litigation content to be published on PLC’s online services.
• Establish and maintain relationships with external law firm contributors providing patent litigation resources.
• Draft, write, and edit patent litigation resources, including standard form documents, practice guidance notes and checklists in accordance with PLC writing style.
• Write and edit content for Practical Law Company's companion magazine, Practical Law The Journal.
• Develop relationships with law firm attorneys, in-house counsel and industry groups to ensure that the patent litigation content is topical and meets their needs.
• Assist sales team by participating in sales calls and demonstrating service to potential subscribers.
• Assist marketing team by participating in webinars and creation of educational programs.
Qualifications:
• Minimum of six years’ experience working as a patent litigator in a law firm, with expertise in patent and other intellectual property law and practice.
• Enthusiasm and ambition, with a desire to improve the efficiency of legal services.
• A good understanding of the needs and priorities of law firm and in-house counsel and the legal market.
• A passion for writing and good editing skills, including:
o very close attention to detail;
o impressive command of grammar, punctuation and plain English;
o strong technical drafting skills; and
o the ability to write about complex legal issues clearly and simply.
• Expertise in all aspects of patent litigation and federal practice and procedure is required, optimally including:
o pre-suit investigations;
o drafting patent litigation documents, such as pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, proposed jury instructions, and trial and appellate briefs;
o Markman briefing and hearings;
o taking and defending depositions;
o working with expert witnesses;
o arguing motions and/or other applications before a court; and
o preparing for and litigating at trial.
• Significant practice experience in one or more of the following areas is helpful:
o ITC Section 337 proceedings; and/or
o Hatch-Waxman ANDA litigation.
Candidates selected for a second interview will be required to undertake writing and editing tests.
Contact:
Apply online by using this link: https://uscareers-practicallaw.icims.com/jobs/intro?hashed=0.
Additional Info:
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: New York, New York