Intellectual Property - Litigation - Hard Sciences General Attorney / Intellectual Property - Litigation - Life Sciences General Attorney in Boston, MA

In-House

Boston, MA

Intellectual Property - Litigation - Hard Sciences General Attorney / Intellectual Property - Litigation - Life Sciences General Attorney in Boston, MA

Attorney

Min 2 yrs required

No

Job Title: Legal Counsel (Intellectual Property)

Job Responsibilities:

- Develop, review, and negotiate contracts, particularly those related to intellectual property protection, licensing, and confidentiality.
- Provide consultation and advisory services on moderately complex or critical issues concerning the company's rights, privileges, and obligations.
- Prepare legal opinion letters, memoranda, or analyses involving legal principles, risk-benefits, and compliance of a moderately complex nature.
- Stay informed on legal and regulatory changes, especially regarding intellectual property.
- Collaborate with external counsel, consultants, or third parties on legal issues and manage the company's claims and lawsuits as assigned.
- Coordinate with various departments to ensure compliance with intellectual property regulations and align strategies accordingly.
- Prepare and conduct staff training on various legal matters, including intellectual property protection.
- Perform other duties as required.

Education and Experience Information:

- Juris Doctorate and a license to practice law in the state employed.
- A minimum of 2 years of related experience.
- Preferred qualifications include an undergraduate degree and/or experience in a related technical field such as engineering, architecture, construction management, or software development.
- Experience with Intellectual Property (IP) prosecution/defense.
- Familiarity with Intellectual Property (IP) management software.
- Experience with Software as a Service (SaaS).

Skills and Abilities:

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with staff at all levels within the organization.
- Effective time management and ability to handle competing priorities.
- Thorough knowledge of legal principles and practices, particularly as they pertain to contracts and environmental law.
- Proficient knowledge of intellectual property laws and protections.

Salary Information:

- Additional compensation in the form of bonuses is discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.

Additional Information:

- Domestic and/or international travel may be required, with a travel requirement of 10%.
- This position may consider hybrid work options for successful candidates.
- Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, providing consideration for employment without regard to various protected characteristics.
- Background checks, including criminal, employment, education, licensure, and potentially credit and motor vehicle checks, may be required post-offer.
- Drug testing may be conducted for designated positions.
- The company does not support visa sponsorship for this position.
- Massachusetts law prohibits requiring or administering lie detector tests as a condition of employment.