SkyWater Search Partners is assisting an AmLaw firm with its search for an IP Litigation Associate in DC. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of experience in trademark, patent, copyright, trade secret litigation, and brand enforcement. The associate will be handling trademark prosecution, enforcement, and clearance matters for clients in various industries. A technical background is not required.
This firm offers competitive compensation, a reasonable billable hour requirement, and mentorship and support for all associates.
If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, please apply or reach out to Lauren Swartout at lswartout@skywatersearch.com
SkyWater Search Partners is assisting a premier law firm with their search for a junior or midlevel associate to join the corporate team in Chicago.
This highly ranked mid-size law firm is Chambers ranked in numerous practice areas, has an excellent culture, and strong DEI initiatives. An ideal candidate will have big law or mid-size firm experience focusing on M&A, corporate governance, and private equity matters, as well as excellent academic credentials. This is an unposted role.
Please apply here or reach out to Rylie Niebuhr at Rniebuhr@skywatersearch.com with questions.
SkyWater Search is partnering with a boutique law firm with offices in 11 cities throughout the U.S. to find an attorney to join its Financial Institution Litigation practice. An ideal candidate has at least 2 years of relevant litigation experience (bonus points for appellate and federal practice experience). A history of representing financial institutions is preferred, but not required. This is a remote role and requires Nevada bar admission (federal and state), with a second license in either Arizona or California.
This firm is highly regarded in its practice areas and offers strong pay, benefits, professional development, and firm culture.
If you’re interested in learning more, please apply or contact Kelsey Quarberg directly (kquarberg@skywatersearch.com).
SkyWater Search Partners is working with an innovative firm utilizing cutting edge technology to increase billings, work life balance, and client satisfaction. We are looking for Partner-level Attorneys (at least 10 years of experience) with a book of business looking to grow their book, keep a larger cut of their billings, and work in a technology driven environment. Open to practice area, with particular interest in commercial/business/employment litigation, wills/trusts/estates, corporate, M&A, regulatory, tax, real estate, IP, labor & employment, finance, healthcare, or entertainment law. Work-life-balance is the driving force of the firm’s business model.
This is a remote role. There are no set billables and you can work as hard or as much as you want. Compensation is tied to billables, with Partners keeping up to 70% of their gross revenue. The remaining 30% covers staff, marketing, technology, and other overhead expenses. There is no base salary, only a revenue split. Best for someone to start with at least a moderate book of business as a foundation (at least $100-250k and up).
If you are an experienced attorney looking for more balance in life, to grow your book of business, and keep a larger percentage of your fees, this could be for you!
If you’re interested in learning more, please apply or reach out to Kelsey Quarberg directly at kquarberg@skywatersearch.com.
SkyWater Search is partnering with a boutique law firm with offices in 11 cities throughout the U.S. to find an attorney to join its Financial Institution Litigation practice. An ideal candidate has at least 2 years of relevant litigation experience (bonus points for appellate and federal practice experience). A history of representing financial institutions is preferred, but not required. This is a remote role and requires Minnesota bar admission (federal and state), with a second license in either New York, New Jersey, California, or Nevada.
This firm is highly regarded in its practice areas and offers strong pay, benefits, professional development, and firm culture.
If you’re interested in learning more, please apply or contact Kelsey Quarberg directly (kquarberg@skywatersearch.com).
SkyWater Search is partnering with a two-attorney family law firm in the Southern Twin Cities looking to add an experienced Paralegal to the firm. An ideal candidate has at least 2 years of family law or related litigation experience. Strong attention to detail when it comes to pleadings and file management is a must.
The practice is busy, so someone that can take off running would be great. This firm is big on work-life balance. The office closes at noon on Fridays for attorneys and staff. There is unlimited PTO, compensation is competitive, and the culture is respectful and friendly.
If you are interested in learning more about this role, apply or reach out directly to Kelsey Quarberg at kquarberg@skywatersearch.com.
SkyWater Search Partners has been retained by a US-based agriculture, energy and industrial products company to find its next General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer. This person will sit in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
The GC will be responsible for leading strategic and tactical legal initiatives, providing senior management with effective advice on those strategies and their implementation, managing the legal function, and overseeing the work of outside counsel. This key leadership position serves as a member of the executive team and reports to the CEO.
The GC will be tasked with legal, compliance, and corporate secretary duties for the Company, so a strong background in those areas is required. This person will also serve as a legal advisor on all major business transactions, including acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures. Other responsibilities include:
Handle and manage litigation as necessary
Advise the CEO and Board on corporate governance matters
Participate in the definition and development of corporate policies, procedures and programs
Advise on legal aspects of the Company’s financing; collaborates with CFO and his/her team to assess and advise on current and future legal entity structures
Manage the Compliance and Trade Execution function
Develop, enhance, and oversee the Company’s compliance framework and activities
If you’d like to learn more about this opportunity, please apply or reach out to Lauren Swartout directly at lswartout@skywatersearch.com
SkyWater Search Partners is assisting an AmLaw firm with its search for a corporate associate to join the team in Dallas. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience handling general corporate matters, including M&A, fund formation, private equity, and VC investments. This person must be comfortable running a deal. This firm has a strong corporate practice that is known for its M&A deal work.
If you’d like to learn more, please apply or reach out to Lauren Swartout at lswartout@skywatersearch.com
SkyWater Search Partner is assisting an AmLaw 100 firm with its search for a labor and employment associate to join the team in Century City.
The ideal candidate will have at least three years of experience representing employers in employment law matters involving both litigation and advice and counseling with two of those years specific to California. A strong background in discrimination, retaliation and harassment law and wrongful discharge actions is a requirement for this position, as well as familiarity with wage and hour law and class action experience.
If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, please apply or reach out to Lauren Swartout at lswartout@skywatersearch.com
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