Patent Attorney - Litigation

Job title: Patent Attorney - Litigation

Location: Dusseldorf

Discipline: High-Tech Patent Litigation

Role type: Patent Attorney

Seniority: 4-7 years post-qualification experience

Term: Permanent

Working arrangement: Full-time

EIP is seeking a patent attorney with litigation experience to join our Dusseldorf office. The practice is rapidly expanding, and we need talented professionals to meet increasing client demands.

As the first patent attorney litigator in our German office, you will have the opportunity to significantly impact various cases and contribute to strengthening EIP's position as a leading European patent litigation team.

About the Litigation Team

Established in November 2011, our multi-award-winning patent litigation team is highly successful and well-ranked. Our cross-border team, based in Germany and the UK, services clients across key European jurisdictions. Our team combines experienced patent litigators with diverse technical expertise, enabling detailed technical and legal case evaluations.

Experience, Skills, and Qualifications

You should be a qualified German and European patent attorney with experience in high-value, complex litigation, and have 4-7 years of post-qualification experience. A technical background in high-tech areas such as telecoms, software, or emerging technologies is essential.

We offer a competitive salary, benefits, and a transparent bonus scheme, with opportunities for career progression as we expand our German team.

About EIP

EIP specializes in high-value, complex patent matters across Europe and the US, with offices in Germany, the UK, the US, and recently Sweden. Our team includes patent attorneys, litigators, and IP lawyers serving a diverse global client base, including multinationals, innovative mid-stage companies, and startups.

We promote a meritocratic environment with comprehensive training, client exposure from day one, and recognition for achievements. EIP has received numerous awards, including European and UK Patent Contentious Firm of the Year and high rankings from The Financial Times.

Our culture values diversity and inclusion, supporting initiatives like IP Inclusive and fostering an open, supportive workplace.

Other Information

We offer hybrid working with a mix of office and home days, reduced hours on office days, and a casual dress code in modern offices. EIP is committed to equal opportunity employment, welcoming applications from all qualified individuals regardless of background.