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INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY - LIFE SCIENCES LITIGATION ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Open to Multiple Locations, full list at the bottom of this description.

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Our client, a leading global AmLaw 50 law firm, is seeking a talented Intellectual Property Associate Attorney to join its Life Sciences Litigation Practice. This position offers an exceptional opportunity to represent innovative companies in complex patent disputes and high-impact IP cases.The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background, excellent writing and analytical skills, and substantive experience in life sciences patent litigation.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in the applicable jurisdiction, in good standing
• 2-7 years of substantive experience in intellectual property patent litigation, preferably focused on life sciences
• Technical degree in biology, chemistry, pharmacology, or a related field is strongly preferred
  • Technical background required
• Experience drafting briefs and managing all phases of fact and expert discovery
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects
• Collaborative mindset and ability to thrive in a fast-paced team environment

Key Responsibilities

• Represent life sciences clients in patent and intellectual property litigation matters in federal district courts and before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
• Draft pleadings, motions, and briefs for complex patent cases
• Manage discovery, depositions, expert reports, and document production
• Collaborate with technical experts, clients, and cross-practice teams to develop litigation strategies
• Conduct legal and technical research related to pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and medical devices
• Support trial preparation and participate in hearings, mediations, and settlement discussions
• Contribute to business development initiatives within the life sciences sector

Why Join Us?

This is not just a job-it's a career-defining opportunity to join one of the most respected and forward-thinking intellectual property litigation teams in the nation. Our client is consistently recognized for securing landmark victories that shape the future of IP law and for representing some of the world's most innovative life sciences companies.

Attorneys in this practice enjoy:

• The chance to work on precedent-setting cases at the forefront of biotechnology and pharmaceutical innovation
• A truly collaborative environment where your voice is heard and your contributions are valued
• Early opportunities for meaningful client engagement and courtroom experience
• Unmatched professional growth through elite training programs, national retreats, and direct mentorship from renowned trial lawyers
• A culture that prizes excellence, curiosity, and inclusion while supporting personal well-being and balance

If you are driven by excellence and inspired by the opportunity to make an impact at the intersection of science, technology, and the law, this is the place to build your future.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Expected annual salary range of $235,000-$435,000, as determined by experience and market factors
• Eligibility for discretionary performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision and life insurance; 401(k) plan; industry-leading parental leave benefits; child and elder care; pet insurance; FTO; wellness programs; paid holidays; and additional perks

Application Requirements

Ready to make an impact? Submit your resume, cover letter, and law school transcript today!

Locations

CA (Los Angeles, Orange County, Sacramento, San Francisco, Santa Monica, Silicon Valley/Menlo Park)

DC (Washington)

IL (Chicago)

MA (Boston)

NY (New York)

OR (Portland)

TX (Austin, Houston)

WA (Seattle)

WV (Wheeling)

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for the position in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.