Gerchen Keller Capital 
is looking for a patent litigation attorney to join its investment and underwriting team as Counsel. The Counsel’s core function will be to analyze all legal aspects of patent-related investment opportunities, including technical diligence (infringement & validity) and potential damages/settlements in patent litigation and licensing campaigns. The position also will involve intake and initial screening of new investment opportunities, as well as monitoring existing patent investments.
Requirements
GKC seeks a lawyer with excellent credentials from a top-tier law school and law firm. Candidates should have at least three years’ experience as a patent litigation associate at a major global or national law firm or top IP boutique. Candidates should have a degree in electrical engineering, computer science or physics, or a mechanical engineering or other “hard science” degree plus significant experience litigating in the electrical arts.
Preferences
Preference will be given to candidates with trial experience; federal district and/or appellate court clerkships; PTO registration and/or examiner experience; patent prosecution experience (in addition to at least 3 years of patent litigation); engineering experience in patent-intensive industries (semiconductors, telecom, etc.); or significant settlement and licensing experience.
The ideal candidate will thrive in a team environment and will combine client and outside counsel-facing skills with analytical rigor and attent
Contact
Apply by emailing us at: admin@gerchenkeller.com.
Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Chicago, Illinois