Life Sciences Partnering & Licensing Attorney

Job Overview

A top-tier law firm is seeking an Associate Attorney with 3–6 years of experience to join its renowned Life Sciences Partnering & Licensing practice. This role offers the opportunity to work on strategic transactions for leading and emerging life sciences companies. Ideal candidates will possess strong experience in commercial agreements, including licensing and collaboration deals, and demonstrate a keen interest in supporting innovative work in biotech, medtech, and digital health.

Location

• Palo Alto, CA

Duties

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of complex commercial agreements, including:

  • Licensing agreements

  • Collaboration and co-development agreements

  • Manufacturing, distribution, and other strategic transactions

• Advise clients in the life sciences sector on transactional strategy and regulatory considerations

• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams including IP, regulatory, and corporate attorneys

• Support clients from early-stage biotech to large pharmaceutical companies

• Remain current on legal and market developments in life sciences and technology transactions

Requirements

• 3–6 years of legal experience focused on life sciences transactional work

• Prior experience at a law firm or in-house legal department within the life sciences industry

• Familiarity with licensing, joint ventures, and commercial transactions

• Corporate or patent experience and/or a technical background is a plus

• Ability to manage multiple complex projects and meet deadlines

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Certifications

• Active member in good standing of at least one U.S. state bar

• Willingness to become licensed in the state of office location, if not already admitted

Skills

• Strong legal drafting, negotiation, and analytical abilities

• Deep understanding of intellectual property and commercial issues in life sciences

• Excellent communication and client-service skills

• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple legal disciplines

• Attention to detail and organizational excellence in handling transactional work

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options

• Health savings account and flexible spending account options

• Pre-tax commuter benefits

• Firm-paid life, AD&D, short- and long-term disability coverage

• Backup child and adult care assistance

• Generous parental leave and fertility support

• Accrued paid vacation: 4 weeks/year

• Paid sick time: 2 weeks/year

• 10 paid holidays annually

• Structured orientation and benefits onboarding for new hires

Creative lawyering in a laid back environment is big draw for associates at this Amlaw firm. This California-based firm is highly regarded as one of the most innovative firms in the market. The firm is best known for its technology work and life sciences clients, and is generally recognized as the top legal provider for emerging companies. The California culture of the firm fosters a collaborative and social workplace, while the sophisticated training and meaningful attorney mentorship help develop associates into world class lawyers.