Intellectual Property Litigation Associate - Life Sciences

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Intellectual Property Litigation Associate specializing in Life Sciences to join their Washington, DC office. The role involves engaging in large-scale patent litigation, including antitrust and trade secret disputes, representing major pharmaceutical and biopharma clients in high-profile cases nationwide.

Duties

• Engage in patent litigation and related proceedings.
• Collaborate with a team on complex legal matters.
• Represent clients in prominent legal venues.
• Contribute to strategic legal planning and execution.

Requirements

• 3-4 years of life sciences patent litigation experience.
• Background in biological or chemical science required.
• Experience with patent office and PTAB proceedings.
• Exposure to global or European patent matters is advantageous.
• Federal clerkship experience is desirable.
• Large law firm experience preferred.
• Industry or regulatory experience in biopharma is welcome.
• Strong academic background required.

Education

• Advanced degree in biological or chemical sciences preferred.

Certifications

• Bar admission in relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Flexible location across various offices, including NY, DC, Philadelphia, San Francisco, and consideration for Boston, LA, Charlotte.

Strategic mergers have spread this major East Coast firm's reach both nationwide and world wide. High salaries combined with a relaxed but purposeful working environment attract associates to DC, and the full service practice areas keep them busy. Within the profession, this firm is known to have some of the best litigators practicing in DC. High level work with a modest attitude, this firm offers unique opportunities for young associates.