WilmerHale
IP Litigation Senior Associate
Salary
Estimated · high confidence≈ $410k–$455ka year
Basis: Big Law market scale (July 2026), 6th–8th-year associate: $410k–$455k.
The employer did not post a figure. Estimates come from ranges other employers posted for similar roles, the Big Law class-year scale, H-1B wage filings (U.S. Department of Labor) and BLS pay data for the city.
What the posting asks for
J.D.: required
“Job Requirements: Our Intellectual Property Litigation practice is seeking associates with two to five years of post-JD experience.”
Bar admission: required
“Attorney must be licensed to practice law and a member in good standing in in the state/jurisdiction in which the position is based.”
Experience: 2–5 years
“Job Requirements: Our Intellectual Property Litigation practice is seeking associates with two to five years of post-JD experience.”
Degree: electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science (preferred)
“Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Computer Engineering preferred.”
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The posting
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WilmerHale is a leading, full-service international law firm with 1,000 lawyers located throughout 12 offices in the United States and Europe. Our lawyers work at the intersection of government, technology, and business and we have a steadfast commitment to quality and excellence in everything we do—a commitment reflected in the continued success of our clients across the globe. We are committed to recruiting, retaining, developing and promoting the best legal talent. Accordingly, the total compensation package— base salary, bonus and benefits —for all lawyers at the firm is highly competitive with that of other major law firms. Job Requirements: Our Intellectual Property Litigation practice is seeking associates with two to five years of post-JD experience. The positions can be located in Boston, Denver, New York, Palo Alto, San Francisco, Los Angeles or Washington, DC. Qualified candidates will have experience in the following areas: • Taking/defending depositions and motion practice. • Conducting written discovery, expert discovery, drafting pleadings and motions. • Inter partes review and/or ITC proceedings a plus. Qualifications: • Juris Doctor • Attorney must be licensed to practice law and a member in good standing in in the state/jurisdiction in which the position is based. • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Computer Engineering preferred. Equivalent industry experience in these disciplines a plus. • Successful candidates will have excellent writing skills, strong analytical skills, and a willingness to positively contribute to a collaborative work environment. Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP (WilmerHale) is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting employment discrimination. It is our policy to take all employment actions and make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, citizenship status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, disability, military status, status as a disabled or other protected veteran, or any other protected status under applicable law. WilmerHale will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and otherwise as required by applicable law. For more information about Equal Employment Opportunity, please click here . #LI-Hybrid Back Apply Now www.micronsystems.com About Micron Systems Privacy Policy Terms & Conditions © Copyright 2026 Micron Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Warning Would you like to save your changes? Yes No Cancel Warning Continue
- Posted
- September 30, 2026
- First seen
- October 1, 2026
- Last verified
- October 13, 2026
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