Life Sciences Partnering & Licensing Attorney

About the role

Cooley has an opportunity to join its preeminent, nationally recognized Life Sciences Corporate Partnering & Licensing practice in our Boston, Palo Alto, or San Diego offices. Associates with 3-6 years of experience representing life sciences companies in the structuring, negotiation and drafting of strategic commercial transaction agreements, including licenses, collaboration agreements, and other commercial agreements, in either a private law firm or in-house position, are encouraged to apply. Corporate or patent experience and/or technical degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Represent life sciences companies in the structuring, negotiation and drafting of strategic commercial transaction agreements, including licenses, collaboration agreements, and other commercial agreements.
• Assist in the development and implementation of business strategies that align with client goals.
• Provide legal advice and counsel to clients on complex commercial transactions.
• Participate in client meetings and negotiations to achieve favorable outcomes.

Requirements

• 3-6 years of experience representing life sciences companies in the structuring, negotiation and drafting of strategic commercial transaction agreements.
• Experience in corporate or patent law is a plus.
• A technical degree is a plus.

Qualifications

• Admitted to practice law in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Skills

• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of life sciences industry practices and regulations.

Benefits

• Full range of elective benefits including medical, health savings account (with applicable medical plan), dental, vision, health and/or dependent care flexible spending accounts, pre-tax commuter benefits, life insurance, AD&D, long-term care coverage, backup care for children and/or adults and other parental support benefits.
• Firm-paid life insurance, AD&D, LTD, short term medical benefits.
• Accruing vacation time at the rate of four weeks per year and sick time at the rate of two weeks per year and 10 paid holidays each year.
• Generous parental leave and fertility benefits.

Pay

The expected annual pay range for this position is $260,000 - $390,000. Please note the final offer amount will be dependent on geographic location, applicable experience and skillset of the candidate.

Schedule

Full-time position.