Legal IP Legal Counsel
Legal IP Legal Counsel
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24-04-2025
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Position Summary:
The IP Attorney will play a critical role in the development and of the companys intellectual property strategy. This role requires a deep understanding of scientific principles strong legal acumen in patent law and extensive experience in drafting prosecuting and managing Physics Biotech Nanotechnology and AI related patents. The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. in a Physical science and or life sciences discipline and have at least 10 years of IP law experience in a HiTech sector.
Key Responsibilities:
- Patent Drafting & Prosecution: Prepare file and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications ensuring robust protection of the companys innovations.
- IP Strategy Development: Design and implement comprehensive IP strategies aligned with the companys R&D and business objectives to maximize competitive advantage.
- Portfolio Management: Oversee the global IP portfolio including freedomtooperate analyses patentability assessments and IP risk mitigation.
- CrossFunctional Collaboration: Work closely with R&D business development and executive leadership to identify and protect key inventions.
- Legal Counseling: Provide legal advice on IPrelated matters including licensing agreements collaborations M&A due diligence and regulatory submissions.
- Dispute Resolution: Support IP litigation opposition proceedings and enforcement strategies when necessary.
- External Counsel Management: Coordinate with outside counsel on complex patent prosecution opinions and legal proceedings.
Key Qualifications:
- Education:
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- Admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is required.
- Ph.D. in a Physical Science and or Life sciences field.
- Experience:
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in patent law with a strong focus on HiTechnology and life sciences.
- Proven track record in patent drafting prosecution and portfolio management.
- Experience in IP due diligence licensing agreements and IPrelated transactions.
- Skills:
- Strong technical background with the ability to understand complex scientific concepts.
- Excellent legal writing analytical and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively in a fastpaced dynamic environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with IP litigation postgrant proceedings or global patent strategies.
- Prior inhouse legal experience in a biotech or pharmaceutical company.
- Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (e.g. FDA EMA) as they relate to IP.
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