Job Description

Job ID: 377484

Practice area:- Intellectual Property - General

Mid-Level IP Litigation Associate – Life Sciences Focus | New York, NY

A top-tier firm is actively seeking a mid-level Intellectual Property Attorney to join its high-impact IP litigation team in New York. Represent leading pharmaceutical and biotech clients in Hatch-Waxman and BPCIA patent litigation across domestic and global markets.

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BCG Attorney Search opportunity at a prestigious firm known for its global reach and industry-shaping work in life sciences. This is an exceptional opportunity for attorneys with 3–5 years of IP litigation experience to join an elite team that frequently handles headline-making patent disputes and offers extensive cross-border collaboration.

A sizable group of well-established attorneys comprise the New York law office. They represent major U.S. and global corporations as well as financial institutions. Areas of specialization include international finance and business law matters. Attorneys have had close ties with the New York legal market for numerous years. They are involved in seminars, conferences, and other industry events during the year.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Represent innovator pharmaceutical and biotech companies in complex IP litigation

• Manage Hatch-Waxman and/or BPCIA matters from pleadings through trial

• Draft litigation documents, including motions, memoranda, and expert materials

• Conduct legal research and develop case strategy in coordination with global teams

• Participate in discovery, depositions, and client meetings

• Work directly with clients, experts, and international colleagues on multi-jurisdictional litigation

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Qualifications:

• 3–5 years of IP litigation experience; class years 2020–2022 preferred

• Background in Hatch-Waxman and/or BPCIA litigation strongly preferred

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school or equivalent LL.M.

• Strong academic record required

• Admission to practice or willingness to become admitted in New York, Massachusetts, or D.C.

• Strong writing, research, and case management skills

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Skills:

• Deep understanding of life sciences patent litigation

• Science background (degree in biology, chemistry, or related field) is preferred

• Exceptional analytical and communication abilities

• Ability to collaborate effectively across practice groups and jurisdictions

• Proactive, detail-oriented, and organized under pressure

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Culture & Firm Appeal:

This firm is known for its sophisticated international platform and collaborative cross-border legal teams. Attorneys benefit from a supportive work environment, high-caliber training, and exposure to some of the most significant IP litigation in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries. Associates report strong mentorship, career visibility, and meaningful client interaction.

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• Join a premier IP litigation team with a strong life sciences focus

• Access to global litigation resources and multi-office strategy coordination

• Direct involvement in cutting-edge patent disputes for top-tier clients

• Clear growth opportunities in a firm recognized for internal promotions

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