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Description:At A Multinational Law Firm Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois we are different in the way we think, work and behave. With our team of 13,000 people, including over 6,500 locally admitted lawyers, in over 70 offices worldwide, we have a passionately collaborative community of 60 nationalities and are committed to world-class career development to everyone in every job at every level. A Multinational Law Firm Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois can offer you both the uncompromising commitment to excellence expected of a top firm paired with a passionately global and genuinely collaborative working environment.
A Multinational Law Firm Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion for all. Our unique international culture is reflected in the drawing together of a worldwide family of individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds in all of our offices. We encourage the best people - regardless of race, religion or belief if any, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation or age - to fulfill their professional aspirations with us. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible experience for all candidates. Should candidates require any reasonable adjustments and/or accommodations when applying to or interviewing with our Firm, please notify recruitmentservices@bakermckenzie.com.
We are seeking a highly motivated litigation associate to join our Intellectual Property practice group in New York or Chicago. Ideal candidates should have 4-7 years of experience at a law firm, with a strong track record handling all phases of litigation, from pre-litigation counseling and claim assessment through discovery and trial. Responsibilities will include all aspects of litigation, including drafting pleadings, managing discovery, including large e-discovery projects, taking and defending depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation. Candidates will be expected to focus on intellectual property litigation relating to trademark, copyright, trade secrets and patent disputes, but we will consider candidates with a strong federal court commercial litigation background, who are interested in focusing on technology and intellectual property disputes. Candidates must also excel at research and writing, possess a strong analytical ability, and thrive in highly collaborative, global team environments. Candidates must possess top academic credentials and be admitted to, able to waive into, or a member in good standing of the NY or IL Bar to apply.
