Intellectual Property, Hatch Waxman Litigation Associate

Responsibilities

Orrick is seeking Associates with over 2 years of experience to join our Intellectual Property group, focusing on Hatch Waxman litigation and related regulatory matters. The candidate will have a strong background in pharmaceutical patent law and a deep understanding of the Hatch Waxman Act. The position can be based in our New York or Los Angeles offices. We are seeking candidates who demonstrate strong academic performance, substantial experience in a law firm setting, and excellent writing and communication abilities. Preference will be given to those with technical degrees in chemistry, biology, or related fields. The ideal candidates will have over 2 years of experience specifically in Hatch Waxman litigation. Candidates should have experience in drafting briefs and engaging in all phases of fact and expert discovery.

The most innovative 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. With multiple experienced first-chair trial lawyers covering the full spectrum of patent, copyright, trademark, and trade secret disciplines, clients count on Orrick to effectively handle any dispute from their most strategic and sophisticated problems to routine NPE defense.

Qualifications

* 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.

At our core, we value collegiality among our lawyers and strive to make our practices both professionally and personally rewarding. Our top-notch training and mentoring programs, retreats, academies, shadowing opportunities, and more set us apart. If you are passionate about innovative work in a dynamic environment, you are who we've been looking for.

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.

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

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 insurances; robust mental well-being benefits; child, family, elder, and pet care benefits; short- and long-term disability benefits; a health savings account (w/applicable medical plan), flexible spending accounts, long-term care insurance, and a 401K program. This role is eligible to employees will receive compensated time off through Flexible Time Off program, generous Parental leave benefits, 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.