Intellectual Property Senior Associate or Senior Counsel

About the role

Husch Blackwell LLP, a national law firm with multiple locations across the United States, has an immediate opening for an Intellectual Property Senior Associate or Senior Counsel. The candidate will work primarily with attorneys in our Healthcare, Life Sciences & Education business unit.

We will consider candidates for any of our offices, including our virtual office, The Link.

Requirements

• Minimum of six years of experience preferred
• Registered with the USPTO
• Ph.D. in Biotechnology, Biotechnology Engineering, or a related field of study
• Experience with one or more of the following:
  • Global patent prosecution and portfolio management
  • Freedom to operate and patent clearance
  • Licensing and other technology transactions
  • Due diligence related to mergers and acquisitions
• Excellent academic credentials
• Active bar license in the state corresponding with the office to which you are applying, or commitment to obtain one as soon as possible

Qualifications

• Commitment to the community
• Superior interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated record of working well under pressure
• Exceptional judgment and ability to effectively handle multiple projects
• Ability to articulate legal strategies and courses of action
• Proactive, dynamic, and entrepreneurial mindset

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefit package including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
• Associate Performance Bonus and Client Development Bonus eligibility

Pay

Pursuant to applicable state laws, the compensation ranges are as follows:

• Associate:
  • New York, Virginia, Vermont, Washington, D.C.: $260,000–$340,000
  • California, Colorado, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington: $250,000–$340,000
  • Illinois: $235,000–$320,000
  • Minnesota: $235,000–$300,000
  • All other markets: varies depending on market data
• Senior Counsel:
  • New York, Virginia, Vermont, Washington, D.C.: $155,000–$350,000
  • California, Colorado, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington: $170,000–$350,000
  • Illinois: $180,000–$340,000
  • Minnesota: $180,000–$300,000
  • All other markets: varies depending on market data

Compensation is commensurate with qualifications and experience.