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Costa Mesa, CA, United States

Mid-level Intellectual Property - Life Sciences Associate Attorney

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1-10 yrs required

Full-time

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A law firm is seeking a Mid-level Intellectual Property - Life Sciences Associate Attorney for their Costa Mesa office. The successful candidate will be responsible for handling patent prosecution matters within a biotechnology practice, focusing on life sciences technology areas.

Job Overview:

The Mid-level Intellectual Property - Life Sciences Associate Attorney will primarily focus on patent prosecution within the biotechnology sector, leveraging their expertise in life sciences technology areas. The position requires membership in the Patent Bar (USPTO Registration Number) and 1-5 years of patent prosecution experience.

Duties:

• Conducting patent prosecution and drafting patent applications related to life sciences technologies.
• Providing legal counsel and support on intellectual property matters, including patentability assessments, freedom-to-operate analyses, and due diligence reviews.
• Managing client relationships and communication regarding intellectual property strategies and portfolio management.
• Conducting legal research and analysis to support client initiatives and litigation efforts in the life sciences field.
• Collaborating with other attorneys and stakeholders within the firm to provide comprehensive legal services to clients.

Requirements:

• Patent Bar membership (USPTO Registration Number) is required.
• 1-5 years of patent prosecution experience in a biotechnology practice.
• Advanced degree (.) in a life sciences technology area is preferred.
• Strong understanding of intellectual property laws and regulations, particularly related to patent prosecution in the life sciences industry.

Education & Certifications:

• Advanced degree (.) in a life sciences technology area (., molecular biology, immunology, biochemistry, cell biology).
• Patent Bar membership (USPTO Registration Number).

Skills:

• Proficiency in patent prosecution and drafting patent applications.
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
• Legal research and analysis capabilities.
• Client management and relationship-building skills.

Benefits offered:

• Full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, including 401(k) eligibility.
• Various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave, dependent on the position offered.

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