IP Litigation Associate #21947 New York

Vanguard-IP

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New York, NY Until 9/21/2026 First posted July 23, 2026 Last posted July 23, 2026
Job description

REQUIREMENTS

- JD from an ABA-accredited law school
- Ph.D. in biological science (molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, genetics, pharmacology, immunology, or related field)
- Active admission to the New York State Bar in good standing
- Registration to practice before the USPTO (or eligibility to sit for the patent bar)
- Exceptional written and oral advocacy skills; demonstrated ability to translate complex scientific concepts for lay judges and juries
- Strong analytical skills; ability to manage multiple matters independently and collaboratively
- A thirst to litigate high-stakes life sciences cases

Preferred Qualifications
- Hatch-Waxman (ANDA) or BPCIA (biosimilar) litigation and/or PTAB experience in IPR/PGR proceedings
- Industry experience in biotech, pharmaceutical, or medical device sectors

SUMMARY

Vanguard Intellectual Partners (Vanguard-IP) specializes in the placement of IP/Patent professionals nationwide.

Our sole focus on intellectual property enables us to more deeply understand our clients’ technical needs, and our candidates’ individual talents and career interests. Our broad network of long-term client relationships gives us a competitive edge.

Our recruiters all have 10+ years of IP recruiting experience, and an exceptional record of success. We have superior knowledge of the IP job market, and offer trusted career advice for our candidates. We also have the resources and high-level contacts to get your resume noticed by the people who matter.

We look forward to speaking with you, and learning more about what you are seeking in your next opportunity.

CONFIDENTIALITY

At Vanguard-IP, we respect the confidentiality of every candidate who contacts us. Furthermore, we will always obtain expressed authorization before submitting your resume to any of our clients.

**Should you have an interest in exploring opportunities in another location, we have hundreds of openings in other markets. Please apply now and our team would be happy to review your information for this or other openings in your location of interest.

About this role

Summary

Handle patent litigation cases in biotechnology and pharmaceuticals, translating complex science for legal proceedings.

Job title

IP Litigation Associate

Experience level

not specified

Industry

legal

Location requirements

New York, NY; remote work not specified

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

JD from an ABA-accredited law schooladmission to New York State Barregistration to practice before USPTOadvocacy skillsanalytical skills

Preferred skills

Hatch-Waxman litigationBPCIA litigationPTAB experiencebiotech industry experience

Specializations

intellectual propertypatent litigationlife sciences
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

New York, NY, USA

Work arrangement unknown City