Associate - IP Life Sciences Senior
Associate - IP Life Sciences Senior
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Job Description
The opportunity
We are looking for a seniorlevel Associate to join our established team in London. You will be expected to apply your IP knowledge to assist our clients across a range of technically complex industries to reach commercial solutions to the legal issues that they face. The firm advises in a way that supports our clients strategic objectives and is practical and commercial.
What youll do
As a member of one of the largest departments in the London office the individual will be expected to:
- advise on the full range of IPRs with a particular focus on patent litigation in the life sciences sector;
- apply their experience to provide a firstclass litigation service to our clients;
- assist the IP partners to develop the practice; and
- support the strategic objectives of the firm.
About you
- Excellent academic achievement with a degree preferably in Biochemistry Microbiology Molecular and/or Cellular biology or similar as well as strong technical knowledge of IP law.Proven experience in handling complex life sciences patent litigation (essential) within a comparable environment and at an appropriate level.
- A desire to be working for a truly international firm and to be operating in a teambased environment.
- A clear understanding of the operation and structure of a commercial law firm.
In addition we expect candidates to demonstrate:
- Flexibility supporting cases across a broad range of IP litigation issues and jurisdictions.
- The ability to manage aspects of complex IP matters at an appropriate level working efficiently and effectively alongside the partners.
- Demonstrating an appreciation of client needs and priorities.
- Demonstrating knowledge of key areas of the law by providing clear precise practical drafting and advice.
- The ability to liaise effectively with other fee earners within the group and also to liaise and coordinate with fee earners from other relevant disciplines and jurisdictions as required.
- Delegation and supervisory skills where appropriate.
- The willingness and ability to support business development activity creating and maintaining strong client relationships and identifying new business opportunities.
For further information about this role please click on the link below to view the Job Description or contact To apply click on the apply now button to submit your details.
Bird & Bird opens up a world of possible for lawyers everywhere. Here you can advise major enterprises and highgrowth businesses on matters that are often transformative in nature and alongside people who are truly collegiate in the way they work with everyone at Bird & Bird. We are one international firm where over 70 of our work involves teams from across our firm. And that is only going to increase. It is this common purpose and shared approach that makes for a more productive and collaborative place to work.
If you want to find out more visit www.twobirds
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full Time
