Intellectual Property, Hatch Waxman Litigation Associate

Job Overview:

A nationally recognized law firm is seeking an experienced Intellectual Property Associate to join its litigation team, focusing on Hatch-Waxman and related pharmaceutical patent matters. This is an opportunity to represent top-tier clients in high-stakes IP litigation with a focus on innovation in life sciences. The position is open to candidates in any major U.S. legal market, offering flexibility, development, and exposure to cutting-edge litigation strategy.

Location:

• Washington, DC

Duties:

• Handle complex Hatch-Waxman litigation, including regulatory matters related to pharmaceutical patents

• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation documents

• Conduct all phases of fact and expert discovery

• Collaborate with trial teams to develop litigation strategy

• Provide counsel on IP-related regulatory concerns involving the Hatch-Waxman Act

• Work with interdisciplinary teams including scientific, patent, and regulatory experts

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Hatch-Waxman litigation

• Experience handling briefs, discovery, and expert witness engagement

• Familiarity with pharmaceutical and biotech intellectual property cases

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple matters in a deadline-driven environment

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school

Certifications:

• Admission to a U.S. state bar in good standing

Skills:

• Excellent legal research and writing skills

• Strong verbal and interpersonal communication abilities

• Background in life sciences or technical fields (e.g., chemistry, biology) preferred

• Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality work

• Ability to work independently and within collaborative legal teams

Benefits:

• Annual discretionary merit bonuses

• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, life insurance)

• Mental health and family care support (including elder, child, and pet care)

• Short- and long-term disability coverage

• Generous parental leave policies

• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts

• 401(k) retirement savings plan

• Flexible Time Off (FTO) program and paid holidays

• Ongoing training, CLE opportunities, and career development resources

This Silicon Valley firm offers a full-service practice which covers a number of areas, including: intellectual property, corporate, and labor & employment. The firm's intellectual property practice is both rapidly expanding and exceptionally solid; the firm's intellectual property attorneys have extensive experience in state, federal, and international litigation, as well as licensing, litigation avoidance and other matters across the complete spectrum of intellectual property issues. The atmosphere is collegial, but slightly more conservative than most Bay Area firms. Salaries are in line with other top Bay Area firms, and the firm provides a sizable bonus for all lawyers who bill at least 1,950 hours, with additional money based on three separate billable-hour levels above 1,950.