Our client is seeking an accomplished Life Sciences Patent Attorney to join their legal team on a contract basis. This role will provide strategic and hands-on support for 2–3 active matters involving a combination of patent litigation and patent prosecution in the life sciences sector.
The successful candidate will be a JD and PhD holder with extensive experience in both litigation and prosecution, able to navigate high-volume, high-profile cases with precision. This is a fully remote opportunity, working alongside a team of six attorneys and legal professionals and reporting directly to two MD/Partners.
Key Responsibilities
Patent Litigation
- Develop case strategies for complex life sciences patent disputes.
- Draft and review pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery requests/responses.
- Analyze patents, prior art, technical records, and expert reports to prepare for depositions and trial.
- Prepare witnesses and collaborate with scientific experts to align testimony with case objectives.
- Manage document review and production to meet court deadlines.
- Conduct in-depth legal and technical research to support litigation positions.
Patent Prosecution
- Draft, file, and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications in life sciences technologies.
- Prepare responses to USPTO office actions, including complex rejections.
- Conduct freedom-to-operate analyses, patentability assessments, and portfolio management.
- Work with R&D teams to translate complex scientific concepts into strong, defensible claims.
- Coordinate with foreign counsel for international filings and prosecutions.
Case Management & Reporting
- Oversee high-volume reporting to clients, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Manage case timelines, budgets, and deliverables in collaboration with partners.
- Act as a primary point of contact for clients and team members.
- Maintain organized matter files, docketing, and document management systems.
Qualifications
- JD and PhD in a relevant life sciences discipline (molecular biology, biochemistry, pharmacology, etc.).
- Extensive experience in both patent litigation and prosecution.
- Proven track record of managing multiple complex matters simultaneously.
- Strong knowledge of USPTO and federal court procedures.
- Exceptional legal writing, analytical, and research skills.
- Ability to excel in a high-volume, fast-paced work environment.
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative team mindset.
