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Mid-Level IP Litigation Attorney (Life Sciences) – High-Profile Patent Disputes | Washington, DC
A leading law firm is seeking an IP Litigation Associate with a life sciences background in Washington, DC. Handle large-scale patent litigation for major pharmaceutical and biopharma clients in nationally significant, high-stakes matters.
Strategic mergers have spread this major East Coast firm's reach both nationwide and world wide. High salaries combined with a relaxed but purposeful working environment attract associates to DC, and the full service practice areas keep them busy. Within the profession, this firm is known to have some of the best litigators practicing in DC. High level work with a modest attitude, this firm offers unique opportunities for young associates.
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Overview
A prominent, full-service law firm with a nationally recognized intellectual property practice is seeking an Intellectual Property Litigation Associate focused on Life Sciences. This opportunity offers exposure to complex patent litigation, antitrust, and trade secret disputes for major pharmaceutical and biopharma clients in high-profile venues across the country.
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Key Responsibilities
• Engage in large-scale patent litigation and related proceedings
• Work on antitrust and trade secret disputes tied to life sciences innovations
• Collaborate with experienced litigators on complex, high-stakes matters
• Represent clients in prominent courts and legal forums nationwide
• Contribute to strategic case planning, briefing, and execution
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Qualifications
• 3–4 years of life sciences patent litigation experience
• Background in biological or chemical sciences required
• Experience with patent office and PTAB proceedings
• Exposure to global or European patent matters is a plus
• Federal clerkship experience desirable
• Prior large law firm experience preferred
• Industry or regulatory experience in biopharma welcomed
• Strong academic credentials required
• Bar admission in a relevant U.S. jurisdiction
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Culture & Firm Appeal
The firm is known for combining sophisticated, high-level litigation work with a collegial and grounded professional culture. Attorneys benefit from working alongside some of the most respected litigators in the life sciences space, while enjoying a supportive environment that values teamwork, intellectual rigor, and long-term professional development.
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Why This Role Is Unique
• Direct involvement in nationally significant life sciences patent disputes
• Representation of major pharmaceutical and biopharma clients
• Opportunity to build deep expertise in cutting-edge scientific and legal issues
• Strong platform for career growth within a highly regarded IP litigation practice
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Location Flexibility
• Flexible location options across multiple offices, including New York, Washington, DC, Philadelphia, and San Francisco
• Consideration may also be given for Boston, Los Angeles, and Charlotte
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