Lateral Associate, Biotechnology or Chemical - 3rd to 5th Year

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Lateral Associate specializing in Biotechnology or Chemical law for their Washington, D.C. office, with hybrid work options available. This role offers the opportunity to engage in sophisticated patent prosecution and strategic counseling within a collaborative and innovative environment.

Duties

• Engage in patent prosecution and PTAB proceedings.
• Provide strategic counseling for biotech, pharmaceutical, and chemical technologies.
• Collaborate with a team to shape and defend patent portfolios.
• Participate in high-stakes disputes and complex legal matters.

Requirements

• JD and active attorney license in a U.S. jurisdiction.
• Eligibility to waive into the D.C. Bar or willingness to sit for the exam.
• 3-5 years of patent prosecution experience at a law firm.
• USPTO registration number.
• Strong foundation in IP and patent law.
• Previous wet lab experience preferred.

Education

• Master's degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, chemistry, or related field.

Certifications

• USPTO registration number.

Skills

• Ability to communicate legal concepts clearly and concisely.
• Stellar academic credentials.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• On-site Wellness Center with medical services.
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• Firm-paid life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Transportation commuter benefit program.
• Back-up childcare and family support.
• Pet insurance discount.
• Employee Assistance Program services.

The corporate law office is headquartered in Washington, D.C. The law firm was formed in 1978. Area of specialization is intellectual property law. More than fifty adept lawyers comprise the firm. A number of their practice disciplines consist of patent prosecution, litigation-appeals, reexamination, licensing and trademark. There are seventeen practice industries such as biotechnology, electronics, consumer products and food science-packaging. The law practice embraces community outreach. As a result, attorneys are hands-on in many community service activities during the year.