New York City | Hybrid

Intellectual Property – Life Sciences Associate Attorney

AmLaw 50 Opportunity

Compensation

$310,000 – $390,000+

A premier global law firm is seeking an Intellectual Property – Life Sciences Associate Attorney to join its New York office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device, digital health, and life sciences companies in sophisticated intellectual property transactions and strategic commercial matters.

Ideal Background

• 3–6 years of intellectual property transactional experience with a focus on life sciences gained at a sophisticated law firm

• Experience representing biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device, healthcare, digital health, and life sciences companies, as well as investors and strategic partners

• Experience drafting and negotiating license agreements, collaboration agreements, research and development agreements, manufacturing agreements, supply agreements, commercialization agreements, and technology transfer agreements

• Experience advising clients regarding intellectual property strategy, patent licensing, technology commercialization, product development, and strategic partnerships

• Experience supporting venture capital financings, mergers and acquisitions, public offerings, and other corporate transactions involving intellectual property assets

• Familiarity with FDA regulatory considerations, data rights, patent portfolio strategy, and university technology transfer is a plus

• Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, organizational, and communication skills

• Ability to independently manage sophisticated IP transactions while maintaining significant client interaction

• Excellent academic credentials

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

• Technical background or advanced degree in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology, biomedical engineering, pharmacy, or a related life sciences discipline is preferred

• New York bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

✅ Premier Life Sciences Intellectual Property practice

✅ Sophisticated licensing, collaboration, and commercial transactions

✅ Opportunity to represent innovative biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and healthcare companies

✅ Significant client interaction and early deal responsibility

✅ Strong mentorship and professional development

✅ Collaborative AmLaw 50 environment

Interested?

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.

Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. Many attorneys find it helpful to understand what opportunities are available and how the current market compares before they begin considering a move.

I'm happy to provide additional information regarding compensation, billable expectations, partnership track, and how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries are always welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

[email protected]
(216) 710-5174