Associate Attorney needed for Atlanta office

A law firm in Atlanta is seeking a highly qualified Associate Attorney with a background in the biological sciences, substantial patent law experience, and exceptional communication skills. The ideal candidate will have expertise in drafting and prosecuting patent applications, conducting patent analyses, and supporting various IP matters in the life sciences.

Duties:

• Draft and prosecute patent applications related to cutting-edge technologies in the life sciences field.
• Conduct patent validity, non-infringement, and freedom-to-operate analyses.
• Support IP due diligences, patent litigations, and post-grant proceedings (IPR, PGR, interferences).
• Interact with clients to understand their needs and provide legal advice.
• Collaborate with legal teams on diverse intellectual property matters.
• Take on significant responsibility in legal research and analysis.

Requirements:

• Advanced degree (Ph.D. preferred, or M.S. with several years of industry experience) in biological sciences (e.g., Biology, Molecular Biology, Cellular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Immunology, Virology).
• Registration to practice at the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
• Admission to a State Bar, preferably in Georgia.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Superior academic background.
• Desire for teamwork, significant responsibility, and client interaction.

Experience:

• 1+ years of substantive experience in patent law.
• Experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Familiarity with patent analyses and supporting IP matters in life sciences.
• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies such as gene editing, cellular therapies, antibody-based therapeutics, and molecular diagnostics.

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of patent law and life sciences.
• Strong legal research and analytical abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Proactive and detail-oriented approach to legal responsibilities.

Associates say that this Vault 20 law firm offers consistently substantive work across all levels of seniority and a collegial atmosphere. The prestigious firm, which has offices located across the country, provides valuable training and abundant mentorship opportunities to its associates, as well as a partner-track atmosphere that strives for high associate retention. Associates also praise the firm for its generous pro-bono and face-time policies.