Life Sciences IP Licensing Associate Attorney (3-4 Years) - Washington, DC - 425934

Practice area: Intellectual Property - Patent Licensing Life Sciences IP Licensing Associate Attorney (3–4 Years) – Am Law Intellectual Property Practice | Washington, DC Keywords: Intellectual Property Licensing Attorney, Patent Licensing Attorney, Technology Transactions Attorney, Life Sciences Licensing Attorney, IP Transactions Attorney, Washington DC legal jobs, Attorney jobs DC, DC Bar required, Law firm intellectual property associate, Partner-track position, lawyer, patent licensing, royalty agreement, technology transfer, IP monetization, patent portfolio strategy Job Overview A prestigious intellectual property and technology transactions practice is seeking a mid-level associate attorney to advise clients on sophisticated life sciences licensing and commercial transactions. The successful candidate will work with leading biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device, and life sciences companies on patent licensing, technology transfers, strategic collaborations, and intellectual property transactions involving cutting‑edge innovations. This position offers meaningful client interaction, significant drafting and negotiation responsibility, and exposure to high‑profile technology transactions from the outset. Attorneys seeking Washington DC legal jobs with a premier intellectual property practice will find an exceptional opportunity for long‑term professional growth, sophisticated transactional experience, and advancement within a nationally respected legal team. Duties Draft, review, and negotiate sophisticated intellectual property licensing agreements, including patent, trademark, and technology licenses. Structure and negotiate life sciences collaboration agreements, joint development agreements, strategic alliance agreements, and research collaborations. Prepare and negotiate technology licenses, software licensing agreements, software‑as‑a‑service (SaaS) agreements, and related commercial contracts. Conduct intellectual property and technology transaction due diligence in connection with mergers, acquisitions, financings, and other corporate transactions. Advise clients regarding technology transfer agreements, commercialization strategies, and distribution arrangements. Assist biotechnology, pharmaceutical, healthcare, and life sciences companies in protecting and commercializing valuable intellectual property assets. Analyze complex intellectual property ownership, licensing, and commercialization issues. Collaborate with corporate, intellectual property, and regulatory attorneys on multidisciplinary transactions. Communicate directly with clients regarding transaction strategy, negotiation issues, and risk management. Manage significant portions of sophisticated transactions with increasing independence. Maintain multiple client matters while delivering exceptional legal services and meeting transaction deadlines. Stay informed regarding developments affecting intellectual property licensing, life sciences, and technology transactions. Requirements 3–4 years of experience in intellectual property licensing and technology transactions. Experience representing life sciences, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or healthcare industry clients. Demonstrated ability to independently manage substantial portions of sophisticated transactions. Strong drafting and negotiation experience involving intellectual property agreements. Comparable experience at a respected law firm preferred. Outstanding analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving abilities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Active bar admission in the applicable jurisdiction or eligibility to obtain admission promptly. Commitment to delivering exceptional client service and working collaboratively within a team environment. Education Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school. Certifications Active bar admission in the applicable jurisdiction or eligibility for prompt admission. Skills Intellectual property licensing. Technology transactions. Technology transfer agreements. Strategic alliance agreements. Software licensing and SaaS agreements. Contract drafting and negotiation. Strong analytical and communication skills. Why Join This Firm? This nationally recognized Am Law firm is widely respected for its sophisticated intellectual property, corporate, financial services, litigation, private equity, and technology practices. Attorneys represent innovative companies ranging from emerging life sciences businesses to global industry leaders while working on complex licensing, commercialization, and technology transactions that shape the future of innovation. The firm's entrepreneurial culture encourages attorneys to assume meaningful responsibility early in their careers while benefiting from world‑class training, exceptional mentorship, robust professional development, and a strong commitment to diversity and pro bono service. Associates receive direct client exposure, sophisticated transactional experience, and a clear path toward a Partner‑track position. This Intellectual Property Licensing Attorney opportunity is actively interviewing qualified candidates seeking Washington DC legal jobs and a rewarding career in a premier life sciences and technology transactions practice. Equal Opportunity Employer: The firm is a nondiscriminatory employer and encourages diversity. #J-18808-Ljbffr BCG Attorney Search