Chicago and Philadelphia - Intellectual Property Disputes (Life Sciences) Associate

Overview Seeking an associate with 3-5 years of large law firm experience to join our intellectual property disputes practice. We feature a supportive team environment with ample opportunities for professional development and client interaction. The successful applicant preferably possesses a background in molecular biology, cellular biology, or biochemistry with experience in Hatch Waxman, biosimilars, or other pharmaceutical patent litigation. A master\'s degree or Ph.D. is preferred but not required. Applicants must possess excellent academic credentials and strong research, writing, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Applicants must be an active member of the bar in the state of the Morgan Lewis office for which they are applying. Responsibilities Draft and litigate intellectual property disputes in the pharmaceutical space, including Hatch-Waxman and biosimilar matters. Conduct legal research, prepare memoranda, and contribute to case strategy and filings. Interact with clients, manage discovery, and coordinate with internal teams on complex technical issues. Collaborate with associates and partners to advance matters through resolution and trial preparation. Qualifications 3-5 years of large law firm experience in intellectual property disputes. Background in molecular biology, cellular biology, or biochemistry; experience in Hatch Waxman, biosimilars, or other pharmaceutical patent litigation preferred. A master\'s degree or Ph.D. preferred but not required. Excellent academic credentials and strong research, writing, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Active member of the bar in the state of the Morgan Lewis office for which they are applying. Compensation and Benefits For positions in IL, the salary wage range for this job posting is $260,000 - $390,000. The base salary or hourly wage range will be determined during the interview process and may vary based on factors such as prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs, and market factors. Final offers may be outside this range. The total compensation package may include medical, financial, and other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave). Details of participation in benefit plans will be provided if an offer is extended. If hired, the employee will be in an at-will position and the firm reserves the right to modify base salary and other compensation or benefit programs at any time, including for performance and market factors. Other Morgan Lewis is not currently accepting resumes from search firms for this position. If you are a search firm, you will not be compensated for submitting a candidate, even if Morgan Lewis hires the candidate. #J-18808-Ljbffr Morgan Lewis