why work at t|H?

Every day, we do interesting work for innovative clients and engage in a wide range of IP matters. That’s what attracts attorneys and legal professionals to T|H, and that’s why people stay. We are proud to say that many employees have spent their entire careers at T|H.

Our company culture emphasizes the importance of maintaining a sustainable, supportive career. We provide the training and tools needed to succeed in the real world of practicing law and servicing clients. We encourage lawyers to not only expand their skills and knowledge base but to contribute ideas for improving processes and efficiency. We plan for the ever-changing workforce and are committed to keeping pace with office flexibility.

“One of the most rewarding parts of my career has been training new people and watching them excel.”

—Mike D’Aurelio, Partner

our job openings

T|H has a growth mindset and is always looking for new talent.

  • ASSOCIATE IP LITIGATION ATTORNEY
  • ASSOCIATE PATENT PROSECUTION ATTORNEY
  • PATENT PROSECUTION AGENT

SUMMER ASSOCIATE PROGRAM

Our summer associate program is a launchpad for a career in IP law. Each participant gains the skills they need to succeed at the next level by engaging in intellectually stimulating and challenging work. Our summer associates have gone on to work as Chief IP counsel at Fortune 500 companies as well as high-profile positions within the USPTO and even lead counsel for innovative start-ups. 

Program Highlights:

  • Gain significant hands-on experience and exposure to clients
  • Work on the same matters as a first-year associate
  • One-on-one mentoring with accessibility to experienced partners
  • Formal instruction in a classroom setting
  • Experience a fast-moving, supportive work environment

If you wish to be considered for a summer clerk position, please send your resume and cover letter to recruiting@thip.law.

“Two of the many reasons I chose to work at Thomas Horstemeyer were the opportunities available to grow as an attorney and the support and encouragement to develop my own practice.”

—Lani Burt, Partner

Legal Assistants & Paralegals

When you join Thomas|Horstemeyer, you become an important part of our team. Our talented legal professionals put their experience and knowledge to work every day, contributing to our overall success. Training is ongoing, and we encourage input for improving processes to provide superior customer service. We look for energetic people with an optimistic approach to solving problems and top-notch organizational skills to get the job done efficiently.

Note to Search Firms

T|H does not desire resumes from search firms with which we do not have a signed search agreement. The firm will not pay placement or referral fees without a signed agreement in place. We request that search firms not send unsolicited information about any potential candidate. Any search firm that disregards this instruction should not expect to be paid a fee for any placement that results from providing unsolicited information or a placement of a potential candidate that occurs independently of receiving the unsolicited information.