Senior Counsel, Intellectual Property Litigation

Overview

A leading organization in the Pharmaceuticals & Biotech sector is seeking a Senior Counsel specializing in Intellectual Property Litigation. This role involves providing business-aligned legal guidance focused on governance, compliance, and operational risk management. The position requires partnering with leaders, compliance stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to translate complex legal and scientific issues into practical recommendations. The role supports responsible execution, improved decision-making, and sustainable growth within a life sciences environment.

Location

• Remote (U.S. based candidates only; no visa sponsorship available)

Compensation

• $250,321 – $338,670 annually

Responsibilities

• Lead U.S. and international patent disputes from issue identification through resolution
• Collaborate with outside counsel and in-house teams to develop case strategies
• Conduct witness interviews and manage discovery processes
• Draft motions, briefs, and trial preparation documents
• Advise on intellectual property strategies aligned with business and research goals

Requirements

• J.D. or LL.M. degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to practice law in a U.S. jurisdiction
• Minimum of four years practicing Intellectual Property law
• Strong trial experience, including biotech-related matters
• Hands-on U.S. patent litigation experience in federal or administrative courts
• Degree in sciences or working knowledge of molecular biology or related fields

Preferred Qualifications

• Seven years of experience litigating U.S. patent disputes in federal and/or administrative courts
• Trial experience (bench or jury)
• U.S. biosimilar litigation experience
• USPTO registration
• Familiarity with legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis)
• Experience with patent management software (e.g., CPA Global)
• Proficiency with collaboration tools (e.g., Microsoft Teams, Slack) for litigation communications
• Experience using data analysis tools for case strategy development
• Familiarity with court electronic filing systems
• Knowledge of international patent laws and treaties
• Experience with scientific databases (e.g., PubMed) for patent case references
• Working understanding of biochemistry, immunology, cellular biology, and protein chemistry

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and welfare plans for employees and dependents
• Generous company contributions to retirement savings plans
• Discretionary annual bonus program and performance incentives
• Flexible time-off plans and work-life balance initiatives
• Flexible work models depending on role requirements

The organization is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates who may not meet every qualification but whose backgrounds could contribute to the team.