IP Life Science Litigation Attorney

Marina Sirras & Associates LLC; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 234,000 - 286,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal recruiting firm is seeking a mid-level Intellectual Property Litigation Associate for its Life Sciences practice. This position, located in Charlotte, NC, and other major cities, requires 3-4 years of patent litigation experience, preferably in the life sciences sector, alongside a strong academic background. Candidates should have familiarity with patent office proceedings and prefer those with large law firm experience. The role offers a competitive salary starting at $260K+, with a commitment to integrity and professionalism.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of life sciences patent litigation experience focused on pharmaceutical and biopharma clients.
• Strong academic background with an advanced degree preferred.
• Experience with patent office/PTAB proceedings and global/European patent exposure is a plus.
• Federal clerkship experience preferred, but not required.

Skills

Life sciences patent litigation experience

Background in biological or chemical science

Experience with patent office/PTAB proceedings

Large law firm experience

Biopharma industry experience

Strong academic background

Education

Advanced degree in biological or chemical science

Job description

Intellectual Property Litigation Associate – Life Sciences

Our client is an Am law 100 firm, seeking a mid-level patent litigation associate for its IP Life Sciences practice in New York, Washington, DC, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Boston, Los Angeles, and Charlotte. The salary for this position starts at $260k+.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of life sciences patent litigation experience focused on pharmaceutical and biopharma clients.
• Background in biological or chemical science required, with an advanced degree preferred.
• Experience with patent office/PTAB proceedings; global/European patent exposure a plus.
• Federal clerkship experience preferred [not required].
• Large law firm experience is preferred.
• Biopharma industry or regulatory experience is preferred.
• Strong academic background required.
• All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.

About Us

Marina Sirras & Associates LLC is a boutique legal recruiting firm committed to connecting exceptional legal talent with top‑tier law firms and in‑house legal departments nationwide. With decades of experience and a personalized, relationship‑driven approach, we take pride in understanding the unique needs of both our clients and candidates.

We are a proud member of the National Association of Legal Search Consultants (NALSC) and strictly adhere to the NALSC Code of Ethics. Marina Sirras, our founder, is a former President and Chairperson of the organization, reflecting our longstanding commitment to integrity and professionalism in legal recruiting.

To learn more about our team and services, please visit us at www.lawseek.com.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Legal Services