Co-counsel Civil Litigation Attorney

innopeaktech

Palo Alto, United States

November 07, 2025

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Share this job SVGs not supported by this browser. Description Location: Palo Alto, CA (On-Site Required) Hours: 20-40 hours per week (Anticipated 1-2 Years) The Opportunity Our firm is seeking several skilled and trial-ready contract attorneys to help serve as litigation co-counsel for a technology client working under our firm. This is a critical role in a high-stakes, fast-paced federal civil jury trial case focused on trade secrets and intellectual property. We require battle-tested litigators who can go toe-to-toe with BigLaw from day one through trial. This engagement is anticipated to last between 1 and 2 years. We are seeking several attorneys ranging from 3 to 15+ years of experience. The position may take 20-40 hours per week, depending on the attorney’s existing commitments and case scheduling. Key Responsibilities Responsible for a high-profile trade secrets litigation case in federal court, serving as a legal resource on-site in Palo Alto. Develop and execute an aggressive litigation strategy, including discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation. Draft key pleadings such as preliminary injunction, dispositive motions, complex discovery requests, and responses. Conduct and defend depositions of key technical and fact witnesses. Act as a core member of the trial team, including examination of witnesses and argument of motions. Coordinate with other counsel, in-house team, and technical experts. Requirements Desired Qualifications J.D. from a top law school preferred. Licensed and experienced in the Northern District of California. 3+ years (junior role) OR 10+ years (mid-level or senior role) of federal civil litigation experience. Candidates must have significant hands-on litigation experience from complaint through verdict. Federal jury trial experience is preferred for the senior role. Expertise in Complex Business Litigation: Knowledge, experience, and/or aptitude to delve deep into complex technology matters and intellectual property disputes. Demonstrated Ability to Litigate Against BigLaw: Proven track record of high-quality, aggressive, and strategic litigation in complex matters against AmLaw 100 firms. Excellent Written and Oral Advocacy: Superior legal research, writing, and presentation skills. On-Site Commitment: Must be able to work on-site in Palo Alto, CA. Compensation Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience. If you have a compensation requirement, please provide it. Application Instructions Interested candidates must submit the following: A detailed resume outlining relevant experience. A Substantive Writing Sample: A non-confidential litigation document authored by the applicant (e.g., a Motion for Summary Judgment, a major brief, or a complex discovery motion) that demonstrates your analytical depth and advocacy skills. Please do not submit boilerplate pleadings. Representative California cases that you materially participated in. Apply for this job
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