IP Litigation Associate (Life Sciences)

AmLaw 50 Firm with Cravath level compensation.
Outstanding formal training and lateral integration programs.
Firm is active with representing both complainants and respondents at the ITC.
Past winner of Chambers USA: "Intellectual Property Firm of the Year."

REQUIREMENTS

• The ideal candidate will be a high performer with experience in intellectual property matters, including patent and/or trade secret litigation.
• Admission to a state bar is required.
• Strong academic credentials in law and undergraduate coursework is highly valued.
• Undergraduate degree in Biology, Chemistry, Materials Science, Genetics, or Biochemistry is preferred. Other related degrees may be considered if the level of work experience is significant and compelling.
• A strong work ethic, excellent leadership skills, and action-oriented interest in taking on increased levels of responsibility for client matters.
• Outstanding research and analytical skills are imperative.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are key.
• Sound legal and business knowledge in working on a broad spectrum of cases and counseling clients with respect to ongoing matters.

SUMMARY
Vanguard Intellectual Partners (Vanguard-IP) specializes in the placement of IP/Patent professionals nationwide.

Our sole focus on intellectual property enables us to more deeply understand our clients’ technical needs, and our candidates’ individual talents and career interests. Our broad network of long-term client relationships gives us a competitive edge.

Our recruiters all have 10 years of IP recruiting experience, and an exceptional record of success. We have superior knowledge of the IP job market, and offer trusted career advice for our candidates. We also have the resources and high-level contacts to get your resume noticed by the people who matter.

We look forward to speaking with you, and learning more about what you are seeking in your next opportunity.

CONFIDENTIALITY
At Vanguard-IP, we respect the confidentiality of every candidate who contacts us. Furthermore, we will always obtain expressed authorization before submitting your resume to any of our clients.

**Should you have an interest in exploring opportunities in another location, we have hundreds of openings in other markets. Please apply now and our team would be happy to review your information for this or other openings in your location of interest.