Associate

Patent Attorney – Patent Litigation (Physics/Electrical Engineering)

A global law firm

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An internationally recognized law firm is seeking a qualified German or European Patent Attorney to join its leading patent litigation group in Düsseldorf. This is an opportunity to work within a highly regarded, cross-border patent practice representing innovative companies in complex, technology-critical disputes.

The role focuses predominantly on patent litigation, including opposition proceedings before the European Patent Office and the German Patent and Trade Mark Office, nullity actions, and utility model cancellation proceedings, as well as supporting infringement litigation. You will also handle matters before the Unified Patent Court.

You will draft pleadings and participate in oral hearings, with proceedings before the European Patent Office and client communication conducted primarily in English. Many matters involve cross-border dimensions, requiring close collaboration with international colleagues on parallel proceedings abroad.

The firm offers a collegial, inclusive culture with flat hierarchies, individualized professional development, global industry-sector involvement, employee networks, and extensive wellbeing offerings.

  • Qualified German or European Patent Attorney
  • Background in physics or electrical engineering
  • Broad and deep scientific knowledge in your technical field, with willingness to engage with adjacent subject areas
  • Excellent written and spoken language skills
  • Very good command of English

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