Senior IP Patent Prosecution & Litigation Associate

Wilmer; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

WilmerHale in Palo Alto seeks a highly motivated Intellectual Property Associate to advance patent prosecution and litigation on cutting-edge chemistry-related matters. This position offers collaboration with a team of experienced attorneys and exposure to a broad IP portfolio across chemistry, pharma and biotech.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of post-JD experience, a JD from an accredited law school, a PhD in chemistry (organic preferred), USPTO admission, and strong communication and

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• PhD in chemistry; organic chemistry preferred.
• 3–5 years of post-JD experience in patent prosecution and litigation.

Responsibilities

• Work on patent prosecution and litigation matters.
• Contribute to a collaborative IP team handling cutting-edge chemistry-related cases.
• Support multi-office coordination including Palo Alto, Boston, Denver, New York, and Washington, DC.

Skills

Written and oral communication

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

JD from accredited law school

PhD in Chemistry (organic preferred)

Job description

WilmerHale in Palo Alto seeks a highly motivated Intellectual Property Associate to advance patent prosecution and litigation on cutting-edge chemistry-related matters. This position offers collaboration with a team of experienced attorneys and exposure to a broad IP portfolio across chemistry, pharma and biotech.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of post-JD experience, a JD from an accredited law school, a PhD in chemistry (organic preferred), USPTO admission, and strong communication and