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Burr & Forman

IP Associate

Charlotte, NC

Burr & Forman is seeking an intellectual property associate with three to five years of patent experience. The primary focus of this position is patent preparation and prosecution, with an ...

Burr & Forman

IP Associate

Atlanta, GA

Burr & Forman is seeking an intellectual property associate with three to five years of patent experience. The primary focus of this position is patent preparation and prosecution, with an ...

Burr & Forman

IP Associate

Atlanta, GA

Burr & Forman is seeking an intellectual property associate with three to five years of patent experience. The primary focus of this position is patent preparation and prosecution, with an ...

Burr & Forman

IP Associate

Charlotte, NC

Burr & Forman is seeking an intellectual property associate with three to five years of patent experience. The primary focus of this position is patent preparation and prosecution, with an ...

Vanguard-IP

IP Associate #21706 New York

New York, NY · On-site

SUMMARY Vanguard Intellectual Partners (Vanguard-IP) specializes in the placement of IP/Patent professionals nationwide. Our sole focus on intellectual property enables us to more deeply understand ...

Eden Rose

Intellectual Property Associate

Tampa, FL · On-site

$150K - $170K/yr

A respected legal team is seeking an IP Associate with 2 to 5 years of experience in patent and trademark prosecution, IP transactions, and related matters. This is a hands-on role for a skilled ...

Pop Mart

IP Manager

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$85K - $120K/yr

The IP (Associate) Manager supports the development and performance of POP MART's owned IP portfolio by contributing to strategy, product direction, and market evaluation. This role is responsible ...

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As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for ip associate in the United States is $108,160.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80,000.00 and $130,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as an IP Associate, you need a strong background in intellectual property law, often supported by a law degree and bar admission, along with expertise in patent, trademark, or copyright matters. Familiarity with legal research databases, patent/trademark filing systems, and relevant IP management software is typically required. Exceptional analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help distinguish top performers in this role. These abilities are crucial for accurately advising clients, managing complex cases, and ensuring strong legal protection for intellectual assets.

What are some common challenges an IP Associate faces when managing multiple cases simultaneously?

IP Associates often juggle a variety of cases at different stages, which can range from patent prosecution to trademark disputes. Managing tight deadlines, staying updated on evolving intellectual property laws, and balancing the expectations of multiple clients can be demanding. Effective organization, clear communication with both clients and senior attorneys, and proactive time management are essential skills for success. Collaboration with paralegals, partners, and other associates also plays a key role in ensuring that all matters progress smoothly.

What are IP Associates?

IP Associates are legal professionals who specialize in intellectual property (IP) law, which includes patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. They typically work at law firms or in-house legal departments, assisting with legal research, drafting documents, managing IP portfolios, and supporting litigation or transactional matters related to intellectual property. Their role involves advising clients on protecting their intellectual property, handling registrations, and sometimes representing clients in disputes. Most IP Associates have a law degree and may also possess technical or scientific backgrounds depending on the area of IP they focus on.
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IP Associate

IP Associate

Burr & Forman

Charlotte, NC

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Burr & Forman is seeking an intellectual property associate with three to five years of patent experience.  The primary focus of this position is patent preparation and prosecution, with an opportunity to work on a wide variety of intellectual property matters.  Ideally, the position will be located in the Charlotte, NC office, but the Tampa, FL or Atlanta, GA office will be considered.  This position requires a J.D. degree, membership in the applicable state bar, registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, and an undergraduate degree in science or engineering.  The ideal candidate will have a degree in electrical engineering and experience in telecommunications, integrated circuits, or related technologies.  Strong organizational, verbal and written communication skills, superior investigative and problem resolution skills, and technical and analytical skills necessary to conduct complex and detailed analysis of patent-related matters are required, along with interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with a diverse group of individuals.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

At Burr & Forman LLP, we have a foundational commitment to our clients, colleagues, and communities. When you join our team, you will benefit from the experience of interesting, pivotal work in a friendly and professional environment.  We invest in our people to be sure we have the talent necessary to meet our clients’ legal needs and advance their business objectives.  If you are interested in joining a highly-collaborative, growth-minded organization, consider applying today.

Burr & Forman LLP provides a wide range of benefits designed to support our employees and families including comprehensive health insurance, dental and vision insurance, group term life and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan and retirement planning services, paid time off, and free wellness and mental health services among other benefits. 

The salary range for this position reflects a reasonable estimate of the range of compensation.  Actual compensation is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to, education, work experience, geographic location, skills and competencies, industry knowledge, job responsibilities, market considerations and other business considerations.   

Equal Opportunity Employer

Burr & Forman is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to recruiting, hiring, developing, and promoting lawyers and staff without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, military and protected veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

Please view Equal Employment Opportunity, E-Verify, and other related posters at www.burr.com/careers/working-at-burr. 

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