Intellectual Property Patent Litigation Life Sciences Associate Attorney

Orrick Herrington & Suttcliffe; Wheeling (WV); On-site; USD 235,000 - 435,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Flexible Time Off program

401(k) program

Parental leave benefits

Job summary

Orrick Herrington & Suttcliffe is looking for Associates to join our Intellectual Property group, focusing on life sciences litigation. Ideal candidates should have 2-7 years of experience, excellent legal research, writing, and communication skills, and a Juris Doctor (JD) degree. The position offers a competitive salary range of $235,000 to $435,000, commensurate with experience.

The role includes managing multiple projects, drafting legal briefs, and engaging in all phases of litigation for high-impact IP cases. We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and a flexible time off program.

Qualifications

• 2-7 years of experience in Intellectual Property law, particularly life sciences litigation.
• Admitted to the state bar and in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Manage and engage in life sciences patent litigation.
• Draft briefs and participate in fact and expert discovery.
• Work with clients on strategic and sophisticated life sciences disputes.

Skills

Legal research

Writing

Communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Technical degree in biology, chemistry, pharmacology or related fields

Job description

Responsibilities

Orrick is seeking Associates with 2-7 years of experience to join our Intellectual Property group, focusing on life sciences litigation. We are seeking candidates who demonstrate strong academic performance and excellent writing and communication abilities. Preference will be given to those with technical degrees in biology, chemistry, pharmacology or related fields. Ideal candidates will have 2 or more years of experience specifically in life sciences patent litigation and experience in drafting briefs and engaging in all phases of fact and expert discovery.

The most innovative life sciences companies in the world call on us to protect their intellectual property and defend their brands. We have won some of the highest‑impact IP cases of recent years at trial and on appeal. Our clients count on Orrick to effectively handle their most strategic and sophisticated life sciences disputes.

Qualifications

• Excellent legal research, writing and communication skills, highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively in a team environment.
• Background in life sciences or related technical field.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree is required.
• Admission to the state bar and in good standing.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is between $235,000 and $435,000.

Orrick is committed to providing a comprehensive, competitive, and thoughtful total compensation package to our attorneys and staff, wherever they work. This compensation and benefits information is based on Orrick's estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future. The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job‑related factors that may include, but are not limited to, qualifications, relevant experience or education, particular skills or expertise, geography. Other compensation may include an annual discretionary merit bonus, which would be determined by Firm and individual performance.

We offer a full range of elective health benefits including medical, dental, vision and life; robust mental well‑being programs; child, family, elder, and pet care benefits; short‑ and long‑term disability and industry‑leading parental leave benefits; health savings account contributions (with applicable medical plan), flexible spending accounts, and a 401(k) program. This role will receive compensated time off through our Flexible Time Off program and paid holidays.

We are 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.