Mid-Level Bio/Pharm Patent Litigation Associate

Finnegan Henderson Farabow Garrett & Dunner LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 260,000 - 365,000; Full time

Job summary

Finnegan Henderson Farabow Garrett & Dunner LLP in Washington, DC, is seeking mid-level litigation associates with solid patent litigation experience, including researching and drafting pleadings, discovery, and motion papers.

Successful candidates will have 3–5 years in patent litigation, with industry experience in biotechnology, life sciences, and pharmaceuticals; an advanced degree in Biology or related field is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of solid patent litigation experience, including researching and drafting pleadings, discovery, and motion papers.
• Experience in biotechnology, life sciences, and pharmaceutical industries is required.
• Advanced degree in Biology/Biological Sciences or related degree preferred.

Skills

Patent litigation

Biotech industry

Life sciences

Pharma industry

Education

Biology/Biological Sciences degree

Job description

Overview

• The role requires solid patent litigation experience, specifically including researching and drafting pleadings, discovery, and motion papers.
• Candidates must possess experience within the biotechnology, life sciences, and pharmaceutical industries.
• An advanced degree in Biology/Biological Sciences or a related field is preferred for this position.

Posting details

Finnegan’s Bio/Pharm Practice is seeking mid-level litigation associates in our Washington, DC office.

Successful candidates must have 3-5 years of solid patent litigation experience, including researching and drafting pleadings, discovery, and motion papers. Experience in biotechnology, life sciences, and pharmaceutical industries is required. Exceptional writing skills are a

must

. Advanced degree in Biology/Biological Sciences or related degree preferred.

Finnegan’s litigation practice covers all aspects of IP-related disputes, from complex patent litigation and appeals to high-profile trademark disputes. Our 230+ experienced litigators have handled hundreds of cases at all stages of litigation before courts and government agencies across the United States and in Germany and the UK. In the last five years, Finnegan has represented clients in more than 200 appeals at the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. Whether enforcing IP rights or defending against infringement or trade secret misappropriation accusations, our litigation teams know the procedural intricacies and calculated risks to consider in business disputes involving patents, trademarks, copyrights, advertising, and trade secrets.

The base annual pay range for this role is between $260,000 - $365,000. The base pay to be offered will vary and depend on skills and qualifications, experience, location and will also take into account internal equity.

A full range of medical, financial and/or other benefits dependent on the position will also be offered.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Finnegan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The firm is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment, as defined by applicable state and federal laws, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.