We are looking for a Senior Associate specialising in contentious IP
to join our fast-growing team in Dublin. This is an exciting
opportunity to apply your IP knowledge to assist our clients, across a
range of technically complex industries. There will be an abundance of
opportunities for career development within our fast growing team in Dublin.
About us
Bird & Bird is a leading law firm in intellectual property law
globally. Intellectual property sits at the heart of Ireland's economy
and Ireland is a key jurisdiction for many of our clients. Our office
in Dublin is growing rapidly. We are keen to hire the leading talent
in intellectual property - individuals who want to build their career
and reputation in a law firm known across the world as the leader in
this field.
Joining Bird & Bird opens a world of possible for lawyers
everywhere. Here you can advise major enterprises and high-growth
businesses on matters that are often transformative in nature,
alongside people who are truly collegiate in the way they work with
everyone at Bird & Bird. We are one international firm, where over
70% of our work involves teams from across our firm. And that is only
going to increase. It is this common purpose and shared approach that
makes for a more productive, and collaborative place to work.
We have a stellar, global reputation for providing sophisticated,
pragmatic advice to companies which are carving the world's digital
future. We are interested in the world, current issues, and emerging
trends. We use our sector understanding and legal expertise to unlock
the issues. We take a commercial approach when applying the law. We
advise on the cutting-edge issues facing our clients in the age of
artificial intelligence.
The IP team
The IP team is part of one of the largest international IP teams in
the world and it is ranked as band 1 in both Legal 500 and Chambers
and Partners. The team has unparalleled contentious and
non-contentious capabilities in relation to all IP rights, trademarks,
patents, copyright and database rights, confidential information and
data privacy. We advise on IP protection, enforcement, strategic
management, valuation and monetisation of IP portfolios. Considering
our broad remit, our clients are a mix of the diverse and traditional.
At Bird & Bird we will want you to thrive. You will join us at
our global retreats every year so you can hear about leading trends,
learn about new legal developments and socialise with colleagues from
all over the world. We work hard but we like to have fun too. We are a
firm of brilliant IP lawyers underpinned by a brilliant culture where
being the best is the norm. Dublin is an important new office for the
firm, and you will be an important new member of our team who will be
warmly welcomed by colleagues from Warsaw to Sydney.
What you'll do
As a member of this growing team and office the individual will be
expected to:
advise on the full range of IPRs, with a focus on brand
protection, tech IP and patent litigation in the life sciences sector.
apply their experience to provide an excellent litigation service
to our clients.
assist the IP Partners in managing the rapid growth of the
practice; and
support the strategic objectives of the firm.
The firm expects associates to advise in a way that supports our
client's strategic objectives, whilst being practical and commercial.
All associates become involved in in business development opportunities.
About you
The successful candidate will have:
Ambition to be a leader in intellectual property in Ireland.
Excellent academic achievement to include a strong technical
knowledge of IP law.
Proven experience in handling complex IP litigation (essential)
within a comparable environment and at an appropriate level.
A keen interest in relevant developing areas of law such as the
Digital Services Act and Artificial Intelligence Act.
A desire to be working in a truly international firm and to be
operating in a team-based environment.
A clear understanding of the operation and structure of a
commercial law firm
In addition, we expect all our Associates to demonstrate:
Flexibility, supporting cases across a broad range of IP
litigation issues and jurisdictions.
The ability to manage aspects of complex IP matters at an
appropriate level, working efficiently and effectively alongside the partners.
Demonstrating an appreciation of client needs and priorities.
Demonstrating knowledge of key areas of the law by providing
clear, precise, practical drafting and advice.
The ability to liaise effectively with other fee earners within
the group, and to liaise and coordinate with fee earners from other
relevant disciplines and jurisdictions as required.
Delegation and supervisory skills where appropriate.
Being keen to work in a challenging, team-based environment.
The willingness and ability to support business development
activity, creating and maintaining strong client relationships and
identifying new business opportunities with new and existing clients.
A commitment to regularly update their own technical expertise and
to achieve continuous improvement and development.
The ability to use social media platforms (e.g. LinkedIn, Twitter)
to broadcast or amplify messages and to connect with external contacts/networks.
The ability to contribute to the general upkeep of the group
(whether that be training, precedents, or know-how generally); and
Excellent communication skills and a sense of humour.
The main responsibilities of this role are outlined above;
however, this description is not exhaustive, and the job holder may
be required to undertake additional duties from time to time to
ensure the smooth running of the department.
Bird & Bird is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse
and inclusive environment. If you require any accommodations as part
of the interview process please let your HR contact know.
