IP_ - Patent Licensing Attorney in Cambridge, MA

In-House

Cambridge, MA

IP_ - Patent Licensing Attorney in Cambridge, MA

Attorney

Min 10 yrs required

No

Job Title:
Legal: IP Legal Counsel

Job Responsibilities:
- Patent Drafting & Prosecution: Prepare, file, and prosecute . and international patent applications to ensure robust protection of the company's innovations.
- IP Strategy Development: Design and implement comprehensive IP strategies that align with the company's research and development (R&D) and business objectives to maximize competitive advantage.
- Portfolio Management: Oversee the global intellectual property (IP) portfolio, including conducting freedom-to-operate analyses, patentability assessments, and IP risk mitigation.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with R&D, business development, and executive leadership to identify and protect key inventions.
- Legal Counseling: Provide legal advice on IP-related matters, including licensing agreements, collaborations, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) due diligence, and regulatory submissions.
- Dispute Resolution: Support IP litigation, opposition proceedings, and enforcement strategies when necessary.
- External Counsel Management: Coordinate with outside counsel on complex patent prosecution, opinions, and legal proceedings.

Education and Experience Information:
Education:
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- Admission to practice before the . Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is required.
- . in a Physical Science and/or Life Sciences field.

Experience:
- Minimum of 10+ years of experience in patent law, with a strong focus on high technology and life sciences.
- Proven track record in patent drafting, prosecution, and portfolio management.
- Experience in IP due diligence, licensing agreements, and IP-related transactions.

Skills:
- Strong technical background with the ability to understand complex scientific concepts.
- Excellent legal writing, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with IP litigation, post-grant proceedings, or global patent strategies.
- Prior in-house legal experience in a biotech or pharmaceutical company.
- Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (., FDA, EMA) as they relate to IP.

Salary Information:
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