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Senior lateral partner opportunity to lead and grow an established intellectual property practice from the firm's Zurich office. The role focuses on leading client work across IP counselling, prosecution and contentious matters for Swiss and international clients.

The successful candidate will combine fee-earning leadership with business development to expand regional market share. You will join an experienced, multidisciplinary team and collaborate with cross-border colleagues on complex client matters.

Established track record in intellectual property practice (counseling and dispute work)
Proven ability to originate and develop client relationships; strong business development skills
Experience leading and mentoring a team of lawyers in a major market
Portable book of business of $2M+ (USD)

Where the match is not obvious from the description, it is usually still worth talking — partner briefs move with the candidate.

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