Life Sciences IP Senior Associate: Prosecution & Litigation

BCG Attorney Search; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking an Intellectual Property Senior Associate in Palo Alto, CA, specializing in life sciences. The role focuses on patent prosecution and litigation within a collaborative team, handling portfolios for biotech and pharma clients.

Ideal candidates hold 3–5 years post-JD experience, USPTO admission, and a strong biology background; CA/MA/NY/CO/DC bar standing is preferred. JD from an accredited law school required.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of post-JD experience in patent prosecution and litigation.
• Experience with biotechnology, pharmaceutical, gene therapy, medical device, and digital health patents.
• Admission to practice before the USPTO.
• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in MA, NY, CA, CO, or DC.

Responsibilities

• Engage in patent prosecution and litigation for life sciences clients.
• Collaborate with a team of experienced attorneys on complex IP matters.
• Manage and develop patent portfolios for biotechnology and pharmaceutical clients.
• Conduct competitive landscape analyses and assess patentability.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

JD (U.S. law degree)

Biology undergraduate degree

Life sciences PhD (preferred)

Job description

BCG Attorney Search is seeking an Intellectual Property Senior Associate in Palo Alto, CA, specializing in life sciences. The role focuses on patent prosecution and litigation within a collaborative team, handling portfolios for biotech and pharma clients.

Ideal candidates hold 3–5 years post-JD experience, USPTO admission, and a strong biology background; CA/MA/NY/CO/DC bar standing is preferred. JD from an accredited law school required.