Mid-Level To Senior-Level Intellectual Property Attorney

Job Title: Mid-Level to Senior-Level Intellectual Property Attorney

Job Location: Wilmington, DE (Remote work option available, with hybrid or in-office flexibility)

Job Overview:
A well-established law firm, recognized for its excellence in intellectual property law, is seeking an experienced mid-level to senior intellectual property attorney or patent agent to join its expanding IP Biology/Biotechnology Practice Group. The successful candidate will play a key role in providing expert patent counseling, handling patent procurement, and offering strategic legal advice to clients, with opportunities for licensing and enforcement matters. The position provides flexibility in work arrangements, including remote, hybrid, or in-office options, depending on personal preference.

Duties:

• Provide expert counsel to clients on strategic intellectual property matters, particularly in the fields of biology and biotechnology.
• Lead and manage the preparation and prosecution of complex patent applications, ensuring high-quality work in line with industry standards.
• Oversee global patent portfolios, including coordinating and instructing foreign counsel to manage prosecution across multiple jurisdictions.
• Conduct detailed patentability, freedom-to-operate, infringement, and invalidity analyses to support clients' business decisions.
• Collaborate with inventors, technical experts, and portfolio managers to build robust patent strategies.
• Support clients in IP-related due diligence processes, offering clear and actionable legal opinions.

Requirements:

• A Ph.D. or MS in a biology-related discipline (e.g., molecular biology, cell biology, microbiology, genetics, biochemistry, or biotechnology).
• At least 4+ years of prior experience in intellectual property law, specifically in patent prosecution.
• Active registration with the USPTO.
• Admission to the Delaware Bar in good standing.
• Demonstrated ability to handle complex patent cases and IP strategies, particularly in the life sciences and biotechnology sectors.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with an exceptional ability to simplify complex technical concepts for clients.
• Proven problem-solving capabilities and analytical skills, with the ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.
• A results-driven approach, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Education:

• Ph.D. or MS in a relevant biological or life sciences field (e.g., molecular biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, genetics).

Certifications:

• Active USPTO Registration.

Skills:

• Expertise in patent prosecution, including preparing and prosecuting complex patent applications.
• Familiarity with managing global patent portfolios and interacting with foreign patent counsel.
• Strong IP strategy, patentability, and freedom-to-operate analysis skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to synthesize complex information quickly.
• High-level communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proven ability to work effectively under pressure and prioritize competing tasks.

Job Location:
Wilmington, DE (Remote work option with flexibility for hybrid or in-office arrangements).

Benefits:

• Work-life balance initiatives with a manageable minimum hour requirement.
• The competitive compensation package, including generous bonus potential.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid time off and holidays to ensure personal well-being.
• Retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Opportunities for career development and advancement within a respected and growing firm.
• Flexible work arrangements, including the option to work remotely.

This firm focuses on disputes and investigations. They are focused on what is behind the dispute, and are ready for trial. The firm is free of conflicts and is able to advocate in a wide variety of situations. The firm's sole focus is disputes and investigations, which it handles throughout the Americas, Asia (including Hong Kong), the Caribbean and Europe. This firm focuses on conducting arbitrations, litigation, and investigations. The firm possesses both global resources and local market experience, which allows it to pursue positions aggressively for its clients.