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Holland & Hart's Intellectual Property group is seeking junior to senior-level associate attorneys to join its IP Litigation practice in either the Boulder or Denver office. Come join our vibrant, growing team doing dynamic IP litigation work at the dominant firm in the Mountain West. Where you lack the skills, we will mentor you to success.

Position requirements

We are seeking candidates (i) with an excellent academic record from a top-tier law school; (ii) with 2-7 years of relevant, quality experience primarily in intellectual property litigation and enforcement matters with strong substantive experience in patent and trademark law, including practicing before the TTAB; (iii) who are team oriented with superior written and oral communication skills; and (iv) who embody our firm values (https://www.hollandhart.com/statement-of-values). Candidates will need to be or become Colorado licensed.

Compensation and Expectations

Holland & Hart’s compensation is merit-based—you’ll be evaluated on your individual performance and achievements. As required by the Colorado Equal Pay Act, Holland & Hart is providing a good faith salary range for this position (if based in Colorado): For candidates with 2-7 years of experience, the estimated salary range is $185,000 - $250,000.

Our generous bonus program rewards financial contributions and hard work and associates are also eligible for fee splits.

Holland & Hart expects associates to invest 1800 hours on billable matters, 75 hours of pro bono/public service work (or 50 hours of pro bono legal work), including at least 25 hours dedicated to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Contributions to the life of the firm is vital to the collective success of the firm, and we encourage our lawyers to engage in ways each person finds meaningful through various committees and firm activities.

Benefits Summary

Holland & Hart promotes work/life balance with a robust wellness program, unlimited PTO, a reduced time program, and a sabbatical program for eligible employees and partners. Full-time employees become eligible for benefits on the date of hire, with a benefits offering that includes medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, EAP, STD, and LTD. Additionally the firm provides enhanced parental leave for both primary and non-primary caregivers as well as an automatic Off Ramp/On Ramp program before and after parental leave. The firm offers inclusive fertility and family benefits. Also available are voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life, accident, critical illness, and long-term care insurances, as well as a 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match. In addition, the firm has programs that may provide for educational assistance, a subscription service for continuing legal education programs, free or discounted legal services, and opportunities through the Holland & Hart Foundation, which is a non-profit organization dedicated to creating volunteer opportunities for lawyers, staff, families, and friends of Holland & Hart LLP. Part-time employees may have access to some of these benefits, which may be on a pro-rated basis.

Application Process

Please apply directly online and be prepared to submit a resume, cover letter and law school transcripts. You may address your cover letter and/or direct application questions to Leslie Beard, Recruiting & Onboarding Coordinator LNBeard@hollandhart.com. No phone calls, please. Search firm inquiries may be directed to Lisa Liss LVLiss@hollandhart.com.

About Holland & Hart

Holland & Hart is a full-service law firm that today has approximately 470 lawyers across eight states and in Washington, D.C. delivering integrated legal solutions to regional, national, and international clients of all sizes in a diverse range of industries. As part of its longstanding focus on diversity and inclusion, the firm has adopted a diversity plan and participates in diversity initiatives. For more information, please visit: https://www.hollandhart.com/diversity. Holland & Hart is an equal opportunity employer.