Litigation Associate

Klarquist Litigation Associate --> Why Klarquist People IP Counseling Litigation Post-grant Patents Trademarks Copyrights E-discovery Careers News Services Patent Defenses Litigation Associate Klarquist seeks a litigation associate with 2-4 years of experience representing clients in district court cases, ITC proceedings, or arbitration involving patents or trade secrets. Other relevant experience includes work on IPRs or other post-grant patent proceedings . Candidates should have excellent academic credentials (top one-third of class preferred; top 10% strongly preferred) and demonstrated strengths in legal research, writing, and advocacy. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential. A technical background, active patent bar registration, and judicial clerkship experience (particularly at the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals) are highly valued. The position is based in our Portland, Oregon office, with flexible hybrid work arrangements. Qualified candidates will either have an established presence in the Portland area or strong ties to the region and genuine desire to build a long-term practice in the Pacific Northwest. Klarquist attorneys could practice anywhere. They choose Klarquist—and stay for decades—because they find exceptional work, exceptional colleagues, and a firm culture that values balance and long-term success. Employee Benefits: 401(k) Retirement Plan and profit sharing Comprehensive health care plan, which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage Paid parental leave Long and short-term disability coverage Life and AD&D insurance Pre-tax transit and flexible spending accounts How to Apply: Please follow the link below to our online application form. Note, you will be asked to submit the following materials while filling out your application: Cover letter Current resume Writing Sample Transcripts All candidates should apply using our online application form. Apply Now Human Resources Klarquist Sparkman, LLP 121 SW Salmon Street Suite 1600 Portland, Oregon 97204 503.595.5300 Email HR Contact If you are interested in reaching the firm regarding legal services, please fill out our form and one of our professionals will contact you. Contact About us Klarquist is an intellectual property law firm based in Portland, OR specializing in patent prosecution, trademark and copyright management, and IP litigation. Founded in 1941, Klarquist is one of the oldest and largest full-service IP firms based on the West Coast. About Careers Our hiring goals are simple: hire the best and keep them happy. Top-caliber professionals practice law at Klarquist because here they can pursue their passion for law and their passion for life. View current openings here. Careers People Klarquist’s professional staff of attorneys and patent agents come from diverse backgrounds, and have deep and broad legal and industry experience. View our attorneys and agents here. Our People ©2026 Klarquist Sparkman, LLP. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Notice Privacy Policy Site Map