Patent Litigator (Life Sciences, Mid-Level) in City of London

Job description

Position: Associate – Patent Litigation (Life Sciences, Mid-Level)

Practice Area: Intellectual Property

Location: London

Overview

Our client, a well known international law firm, is looking to hire a mid-level Associate to join its Intellectual Property practice in London.

About the Team

The IP team is regularly ranked as band 1 in leading legal directories and is among the largest in London. The team handles a full spectrum of contentious and non-contentious IP matters, including patents, trade marks, copyright, and data privacy. Clients include both emerging innovators and established global enterprises.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise on a wide range of IP matters, with a primary focus on patent litigation in the life sciences sector.
• Provide high-quality litigation services.
• Support the growth and development of the IP practice.

Candidate Profile

• Strong academic credentials, ideally including a STEM degree.
• Completion of the Oxford Postgraduate Diploma in Intellectual Property Law and Practice is advantageous.
• Proven experience in complex life sciences patent litigation before the High Court.
• Collaborative mindset with experience mentoring junior team members.

Additional Skills

• Adaptability to work across various IP litigation matters and jurisdictions.
• Strong matter management and teamwork capabilities.
• Client-focused with clear and practical communication skills.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

01-11-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English