Monolithic Power Systems, Inc.

Corporate Counsel – IP Litigation

Monolithic Power Systems, Inc.

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Kirkland • California • Washington • United States

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Salary

💰 $130,000 - $200,000 per year

About the role

  • Manage all aspects and phases of litigation including preliminary investigation and data collection, research, discovery, pretrial and trial.
  • Manage proceedings involving the USPTO/PTAB and ITC.
  • Advise and collaborate with technical teams and outside counsel on claim construction, validity/infringement, invalidity/non-infringement analyses.
  • Assist with filing of IPRs, PGRs, and/or EPRs.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders and legal teams to develop and execute case strategy.
  • Draft various legal documents, including pleadings, petitions, motions, and briefs.
  • Perform legal research and gather case and docket information.
  • Handle all aspects of discovery and preparation of witnesses and experts for deposition.
  • Advise on patent portfolio management.
  • Coordinate with outside counsel, witnesses, and experts on various matters.
  • Manage legal spend and case budgets.

Requirements

  • J.D. from accredited law school
  • Admission to U.S. Patent & Trademark Office is a plus
  • Master’s degree or above in Electrical Engineering is a plus
  • 4-6 years’ experience with a law firm and/or corporation
  • Extensive involvement in litigating intellectual property matters
  • Ability to shift priorities and handle multiple, competing tasks
  • Strong organization, problem solving, and analytical skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Passion for personal accountability and setting high standards is essential for success.
Benefits
  • Health care coverage
  • Dental and vision
  • Life and disability protection
  • Sales incentive bonuses
  • Stock compensation
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Hard Skills & Tools
litigation managementlegal researchdrafting legal documentsclaim constructionvalidity analysisinfringement analysispatent portfolio managementdiscovery managementcase strategy developmentbudget management
Soft Skills
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Certifications
J.D.U.S. Patent & Trademark Office admission