Litigation Associate – Bio/Pharm #21652 Washington, DC

Vanguard-IP

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Washington, DC, DC Until 9/21/2026 First posted July 23, 2026 Last posted July 23, 2026
Job description

REQUIREMENTS

Successful candidates must have solid patent litigation experience, including researching and drafting pleadings, discovery, and motion papers. Experience in biotechnology, life sciences, and pharmaceutical industries is required. Exceptional writing skills are a must. Advanced degree in Biology/Biological Sciences or related degree preferred.

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 in biotech, life sciences, and pharmaceutical industries.

Job title

Litigation Associate – Bio/Pharm

Experience level

not specified

Industry

law

Location requirements

Washington, DC; remote work not specified

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

researchingdrafting pleadingsdiscoverymotion paperswriting

Preferred skills

advanced degree in biology

Specializations

patent litigationbiotechnologylife sciencespharmaceuticals
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Washington, DC, USA

Work arrangement unknown City