Patent Litigation Attorney

Boston, MA
Full Time
Legal
Experienced

Life Sciences Patent Associate (Junior to Mid-Level)
Prestigious Law Firm | Boston, MA

Base Annual Salary: $215,000 – $300,000

Our client, one of the most prestigious law firms in the world, is seeking a junior to mid-level associate to join its highly regarded Life Sciences Patent Practice in Boston.

About the Role:
This position offers the opportunity to work closely with innovative clients in the biotech and pharmaceutical industries. The associate will support a wide range of intellectual property matters, including:

  • Managing and developing global patent portfolios

  • Drafting and prosecuting patent applications

  • Performing freedom-to-operate, patentability, and invalidity analyses

  • Assisting with IP due diligence for corporate transactions

  • Supporting post-grant proceedings, IP counseling, and litigation

Qualifications:

  • Background in Biology, Chemistry, or a related life sciences field; Ph.D. strongly preferred

  • 1–4 years of relevant experience at a top law firm or boutique IP firm

  • Strong technical and analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex scientific documents

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Highly proactive, team-oriented, and able to work in a fast-paced environment

  • Outstanding academic credentials from a respected law school

Attorney Benefits:
The firm offers a robust benefits package, including:

  • Competitive financial compensation

  • Extensive health and wellness coverage

  • Four weeks of vacation annually

  • Comprehensive health and life insurance

  • Disability coverage

  • 401(k) plan

  • Tax-equalized benefits for same-sex domestic partners

  • Generous parental and maternity leave

  • Emergency childcare services

  • Support for Bar exam preparation

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