Associate - Intellectual Property (San Francisco)
Crossing Hurdles, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Crossing Hurdles is a global recruitment firm partnering with leading US-based organizations. We are hiring for a well-established, business-focused AmLaw 200 law firm with a strong global presence and a reputation for delivering high-value legal counsel across complex, business-critical matters. The firm combines BigLaw-caliber work with a collaborative, human-centered culture and is seeking to strengthen its Intellectual Property practice in key US markets.
Role Snapshot
Compensation:
$225K - $310K (Salary range is an estimate; final compensation discussed during interviews) Location:
San Francisco, CA. Hybrid (3 days in-office) YOE:
2-5 years of experience in intellectual property prosecution and litigation matters Benefits:
Competitive compensation, respected PTO, wellness benefits, strong parental leave, professional development and mentorship programs, pro bono credit (up to 100 billable hours) About The Client
The firm is a long-standing, business-driven legal institution serving a global client base across industries. Its Intellectual Property practice works on sophisticated prosecution and litigation matters, collaborating closely with other market-leading practices, including M&A, finance, complex litigation, and employment. Associates are hired directly into practice groups and are given substantive responsibility early, working closely with partners on meaningful client matters in a leanly staffed environment. Why should you consider?
Gain hands-on experience working directly with shareholders on substantive intellectual property prosecution and litigation matters. Develop your practice with strong marketing and business development support, alongside structured training and mentorship. Operate in a collaborative, “Midwest Nice” culture that values professionalism without rigidity and respects work-life boundaries. Benefit from a transparent path to partnership with clear performance benchmarks and regular feedback. Access BigLaw-level clients and resources with a sustainable workload, including a widely respected 1,850-hour billable target and hybrid flexibility.
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Compensation:
$225K - $310K (Salary range is an estimate; final compensation discussed during interviews) Location:
San Francisco, CA. Hybrid (3 days in-office) YOE:
2-5 years of experience in intellectual property prosecution and litigation matters Benefits:
Competitive compensation, respected PTO, wellness benefits, strong parental leave, professional development and mentorship programs, pro bono credit (up to 100 billable hours) About The Client
The firm is a long-standing, business-driven legal institution serving a global client base across industries. Its Intellectual Property practice works on sophisticated prosecution and litigation matters, collaborating closely with other market-leading practices, including M&A, finance, complex litigation, and employment. Associates are hired directly into practice groups and are given substantive responsibility early, working closely with partners on meaningful client matters in a leanly staffed environment. Why should you consider?
Gain hands-on experience working directly with shareholders on substantive intellectual property prosecution and litigation matters. Develop your practice with strong marketing and business development support, alongside structured training and mentorship. Operate in a collaborative, “Midwest Nice” culture that values professionalism without rigidity and respects work-life boundaries. Benefit from a transparent path to partnership with clear performance benchmarks and regular feedback. Access BigLaw-level clients and resources with a sustainable workload, including a widely respected 1,850-hour billable target and hybrid flexibility.
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