In-House Patent Prosecution AGC — Pharma IP Leader

AbbVie; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 220,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Long-term incentives

Paid time off

Job summary

AbbVie is seeking an in-house Associate General Counsel for the Patent Prosecution group, supporting neuroscience-focused products. The role is based in North Chicago, IL, Waltham MA, South San Francisco CA, or Irvine CA with a hybrid work model (on site 3+ days/week).

You will develop and implement IP strategies for AbbVie’s products and candidates. Responsibilities include drafting and prosecuting patent applications, defending patents in post-grant proceedings, and guiding cross-functional

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Registration to practice before the USPTO and in-house bar admission where required.
• Experience in patent prosecution and IP strategy in pharma/life sciences.
• Ability to manage complex, cross-functional projects and teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement intellectual property strategies for AbbVie’s products and candidates.
• Provide legal advice to R&D and business teams on IP matters.
• Draft, file, and prosecute patent applications worldwide, including coordinating with outside counsel.
• Challenge and defend patents in post-grant and related proceedings.
• Conduct prior art searches and due diligence to support business development.

Skills

Patent strategy

Legal analysis

Communication

Collaboration

Project management

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

JD degree

USPTO registration

Bar admission

Job description

AbbVie is seeking an in-house Associate General Counsel for the Patent Prosecution group, supporting neuroscience-focused products. The role is based in North Chicago, IL, Waltham MA, South San Francisco CA, or Irvine CA with a hybrid work model (on site 3+ days/week).

You will develop and implement IP strategies for AbbVie’s products and candidates. Responsibilities include drafting and prosecuting patent applications, defending patents in post-grant proceedings, and guiding cross-functional