IP Patent Prosecution Life Sciences Associate Attorney

A law firm in Seattle is seeking an IP Patent Prosecution Life Sciences Associate Attorney. The ideal candidate will have a PhD (or MD with research experience) in a related life sciences field and will be responsible for handling patent prosecution matters in the life sciences practice. The role requires strong academic credentials, excellent communication skills, and a minimum of 1 year of legal practice experience, preferably at a law firm.

Duties:

• Handle patent prosecution matters in the life sciences practice.
• Conduct thorough research in various fields of life sciences, including organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, cell biology, immunology, molecular biology, microbiology, oncology, gene editing, and gene therapy.
• Draft and prosecute patent applications in the U.S. and other jurisdictions.
• Provide strategic advice to clients on patentability, freedom-to-operate, and patent portfolio management.
• Assist in the preparation of legal opinions regarding patent infringement and validity.
• Collaborate with clients, inventors, and other legal professionals to gather information and understand complex scientific concepts.
• Participate in meetings and discussions with clients to provide updates and recommendations on patent prosecution matters.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in patent laws and regulations.

Requirements:

• PhD (or MD with research experience) in organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, cell biology, immunology, molecular biology, microbiology, oncology, gene editing, gene therapy, or a related field.
• Admission to the Bar in the relevant jurisdiction.
• Member of (or eligible to be a member of) the bar of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Minimum of 1 year of legal practice experience, preferably at a law firm.

Education:

• PhD (or MD with research experience) in a related life sciences field.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the Bar in the relevant jurisdiction.
• Member of (or eligible to be a member of) the bar of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Ability to understand and explain complex scientific concepts.
• Excellent drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Effective client communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.

Experience:

Minimum of 1 year of legal practice experience, preferably at a law firm.

Benefits Offered:

Comprehensive benefit program, including Healthcare, Life Insurance, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Wellbeing.

This highly profitable, full-service firm has grown significantly in recent years and has worked on some of the most interesting and complex technology transactions in the world. The firm primarily represents high-tech, high-growth companies in four practices areas: Corporate, Litigation, Intellectual Property, and Tax. Salaries are in line with other top Bay Area firms, and most associates believe the firm is ?truly a great place to work.