Intellectual Property Patent Litigation Life Sciences Associate Attorney

Orrick is seeking Associates with 2-7 years of experience to join our Intellectual Property group, focusing on life sciences litigation. We are seeking candidates who demonstrate strong academic performance, and excellent writing and communication abilities. Preference will be given to those with technical degrees in biology, chemistry, pharmacology or related fields. The ideal candidates will have 2 or more years of experience specifically in life sciences patent litigation. Candidates should have experience in drafting briefs and engaging in all phases of fact and expert discovery.

The most innovative life sciences companies in the world call on us to protect their intellectual property and defend their brands. We've won some of the highest-impact IP cases of recent years at trial and on appeal. Our clients count on Orrick to effectively handle their most strategic and sophisticated life sciences disputes.

Orrick is seeking Associates with 2-7 years of experience to join our Intellectual Property group, focusing on life sciences patent litigation.

* Excellent legal research, writing and communication skills, highly organized with strong attention to detail.
* Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively in a team environment.
* Background in life sciences or related technical field.
* Juris Doctor (JD) degree is required.
* Admission to the state bar and in good standing.

How to Apply:

Please apply online at https://www.orrick.com/Careers and include a resume, J.D. transcript, and cover letter.

Search firm recruiters must submit using our Search Firm Portal. Please contact recruiting@orrick.com for agreements and login credentials.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Mariella Medina, Senior Recruiting Specialist, at mmedina@orrick.com.

Why Orrick:

At our core, we value collegiality among our lawyers and strive to make our practices both professionally and personally rewarding. We'll help you to connect with peers and mentors to ensure you are integrated into our client teams. Our top-notch training and mentoring programs, retreats and academies, and shadowing opportunities are what set us apart. If you are passionate about innovative work in a dynamic environment, you're just who we've been looking for.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is between $235,000 and $435,000.

Orrick is committed to providing a comprehensive, competitive, and thoughtful total compensation package to our attorneys and staff, wherever they work. This compensation and benefits information is based on the Orrick's estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future. The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job-related factors that may include, but not limited to, qualifications, relevant experience or education, particular skills or expertise, geography. Other compensation may include an annual discretionary merit bonus, which would be determined by Firm and individual performance.

We offer a full range of elective health benefits including medical, dental, vision and life; robust mental well-being programs; child, family, elder, and pet care benefits; short- and long-term disability and industry leading parental leave benefits; health savings account contributions (w/applicable medical plan), flexible spending accounts, and a 401K program. This role will receive compensated time off through our Flexible Time Off program and paid holidays.

Orrick accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis, until filled.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for the position in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

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