IP Technology Transactions (Life Sciences) Associate Attorney

A law firm in Seattle, WA is seeking an IP Technology Transactions (Life Sciences) Associate Attorney with 3-6 years of experience in licensing, collaboration, and commercial partnering transactions within the life sciences sector. The ideal candidate will have substantial law firm experience representing biotech and pharmaceutical companies in licensing patents and collaborating on novel therapeutics, vaccines, diagnostic tools, and digital health technologies. This role involves negotiating complex standalone commercial transactions that advance technologies through clinical trials and toward FDA regulatory approval. Superior academic credentials and excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills are required.

Duties:

• Advising biotech and pharmaceutical clients on intellectual property licensing and collaboration agreements.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements related to technology licensing, joint ventures, research and development collaborations, and commercial partnerships.
• Conducting due diligence reviews related to IP assets and technology transfers.
• Providing legal advice on regulatory compliance issues related to FDA approvals and other regulatory matters.
• Collaborating with clients, including founders and technology developers, to strategize and execute on technology commercialization efforts.
• Managing client relationships and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• 3-6 years of experience in licensing, collaboration, and commercial partnering transactions within a law firm environment, with a focus on life sciences.
• Experience representing biotech and pharmaceutical clients in IP transactions and technology commercialization.
• Bar admission in the state of the office location or eligibility to sit for the next Bar exam.
• Strong understanding of intellectual property law and FDA regulatory processes.

Certifications:

• Certification in intellectual property law (if applicable).

Skills:

• Excellent negotiation, drafting, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and technology.

Benefits Offered: The firm provides a comprehensive benefits package including Healthcare, Life Insurance, Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), and opportunities for professional development and wellbeing initiatives.

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.