Intellectual Property Senior Associate or Senior Counsel

About the role

Husch Blackwell LLP, a national law firm with multiple locations across the United States, seeks an Intellectual Property Senior Associate or Senior Counsel with a minimum of six years of experience. The position is open in any of our offices, including our virtual office, The Link. The candidate will primarily collaborate with attorneys in our Healthcare, Life Sciences & Education business unit.

Qualifications

• Registered with the USPTO
• Ph.D. in Biotechnology, Biotechnology Engineering, or a related field of study
• Active bar license in the state corresponding with the office to which you are applying, or commitment to obtain one as soon as possible
• Excellent academic credentials
• Commitment to the community
• Superior interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated record of working well under pressure

Responsibilities

• Global patent prosecution and portfolio management
• Freedom to operate and patent clearance
• Licensing and other technology transactions
• Due diligence related to mergers and acquisitions
• Articulate legal strategies and courses of action
• Effectively handle multiple projects
• Demonstrate exceptional judgment

Skills

We look for proactive, dynamic, and entrepreneurial individuals with varied backgrounds, interests, and experience. Strong candidates will exhibit the ability to work in diverse, equitable, and inclusive teams.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Associate Performance Bonus
• Client Development Bonus

Pay

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 based 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 based on market data

Compensation is commensurate with qualifications and experience.