Pharma Patent Litigation Associate - Hatch-Waxman Expert

BCG Attorney Search; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-leading compensation and benefits

High-profile, intellectually challenging work

Strong mentorship and training programs

Diverse and inclusive environment

Job summary

A leading law firm in Washington, DC is seeking a Mid-Level Pharmaceutical Patent Litigation Associate to join its esteemed intellectual property practice. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience handling patent litigation, particularly in life sciences. The firm offers competitive compensation, a diverse work environment, and a strong emphasis on mentorship. This role involves strategic counseling, trial preparation, and working collaboratively on high-stakes cases.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in patent litigation, particularly in pharmaceutical or life sciences disputes.
• Admission to a U.S. state bar required.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively within a team on high-stakes, complex matters.

Responsibilities

• Handle pharmaceutical patent litigation, including Hatch-Waxman cases and related disputes.
• Provide strategic counseling on intellectual property and patent portfolio management.
• Conduct and oversee legal research, discovery, and brief drafting in complex IP matters.
• Collaborate with partners and cross-disciplinary teams in multiple jurisdictions.
• Engage in trial preparation, client strategy sessions, and settlement negotiations.

Skills

Patent litigation experience

Collaboration skills

Research and writing skills

Attention to detail

Education

Undergraduate degree in biology, chemistry, pharmacology, or a related field

Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school

Job description

A leading law firm in Washington, DC is seeking a Mid-Level Pharmaceutical Patent Litigation Associate to join its esteemed intellectual property practice. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience handling patent litigation, particularly in life sciences. The firm offers competitive compensation, a diverse work environment, and a strong emphasis on mentorship. This role involves strategic counseling, trial preparation, and working collaboratively on high-stakes cases.