Patent Attorney

Life Sciences Patent Attorney (Litigation & Prosecution) – Contract

Location: Fully Remote

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 40+ hours/week

Duration: Ongoing Project

$200.00/hr - $240.00/hr

• Develop case strategies for complex life sciences patent disputes.
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery requests/responses.
• Analyze patents, prior art, technical records, and expert reports to prepare for depositions and trial.
• Prepare witnesses and collaborate with scientific experts to align testimony with case objectives.
• Manage document review and production to meet court deadlines.
• Conduct in-depth legal and technical research to support litigation positions.
• Draft, file, and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications in life sciences technologies.
• Prepare responses to USPTO office actions, including complex rejections.
• Conduct freedom‑to‑operate analyses, patentability assessments, and portfolio management.
• Work with R&D teams to translate complex scientific concepts into strong, defensible claims.
• Coordinate with foreign counsel for international filings and prosecutions.

• Oversee high‑volume reporting to clients, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Manage case timelines, budgets, and deliverables in collaboration with partners.
• Act as a primary point of contact for clients and team members.
• Maintain organized matter files, docketing, and document management systems.

• JD and PhD in a relevant life sciences discipline (molecular biology, biochemistry, pharmacology, etc.).
• Extensive experience in both patent litigation and prosecution.
• Proven track record of managing multiple complex matters simultaneously.
• Strong knowledge of USPTO and federal court procedures.
• Exceptional legal writing, analytical, and research skills.
• Ability to excel in a high‑volume, fast‑paced work environment.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative team mindset.

• Fully remote flexibility with a Monday–Friday schedule.
• Engage in high‑profile, complex life sciences matters.
• Collaborate with top‑tier partners and an experienced legal team.
• Competitive compensation aligned with premium client billing rates.

Please send your resume and availability to .