Pharmaceutical Patent Litigation Mid-Level Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Redwood City (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Redwood City, CA seeks a Mid-Level Life Sciences Litigation Associate to join its Intellectual Property practice. The role focuses on complex patent litigation involving biotech, medical devices and pharmaceutical tech.

The position emphasizes strategic dispute counseling, trial preparation, and collaboration with technical experts and witnesses across federal courts and the PTAB. A minimum of three years in patent litigation and US Bar membership are expected.

Qualifications

• Three years of patent litigation experience required.
• Strong analytical, writing, and advocacy skills.
• Experience with depositions and managing complex matters.
• ABA law degree and US Bar membership required.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex patent litigation matters in life sciences.
• Provide strategic dispute counseling for biotech/pharma clients.
• Collaborate with team on disputes before federal courts and PTAB.
• Participate in depositions and work with expert witnesses.

Skills

Patent litigation

Life sciences knowledge

Legal writing

Deposition experience

Team collaboration

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Undergraduate science degree

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Mid-Level Life Sciences Litigation Associate to join its Intellectual Property practice in Redwood City, CA. The candidate will engage in complex patent litigation involving life sciences, medical devices, and pharmaceutical technologies.

Duties

• Handle complex patent litigation matters, including Hatch‑Waxman litigation.
• Provide strategic dispute counseling for clients in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries.
• Collaborate with a team on sophisticated life sciences patent disputes before federal courts and the PTAB.
• Engage in depositions and work closely with technical and expert witnesses.
• Manage complex litigation matters effectively.

Requirements

• Minimum of three years of experience in patent litigation.
• Strong analytical, writing, and advocacy skills.
• Experience with depositions and managing complex litigation.
• Commitment to excellence and client service.

Education

• Undergraduate degree in biology, chemistry, or related scientific discipline.
• Law degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Member of the Bar in the United States.
• Registration to practice before the USPTO preferred.

Skills

• Strong analytical and writing skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team.
• Proficiency in managing complex litigation matters.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off.
• Potential relocation benefits.