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The PeterSan Group and PeterSan Legal Staffing

Senior Director, Associate General Counsel-Head of Patent Litigation

The PeterSan Group and PeterSan Legal Staffing, San Francisco

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Senior Director, Associate General Counsel-Head of Patent Litigation

Senior Director, Associate General Counsel-Head of Patent Litigation

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Our client, a leading biotech company based in the Bay Area, is seeking an experienced legal executive to head its Patent Litigation function. This is a rare opportunity to shape global IP litigation strategy in a cutting-edge, science-driven environment.

What You'll Do :

  • Lead global patent litigation strategy and manage a team of attorneys.
  • Oversee complex IP litigation, including Hatch-Waxman and BPCIA biosimilar matters.
  • Advise senior leadership on litigation risks and strategies.
  • Manage external counsel and litigation budgets.

What You Bring :

  • 12+ years of litigation experience, including deep expertise in managing complex life sciences patent litigation.
  • JD and U.S. bar admission in good standing.
  • BPCIA biosimilars experience, ideally both in court and at the PTAB
  • Demonstrated success managing complex litigation portfolios.
  • Experience in team and litigation management.
  • Experience working in or advising global teams and navigating matrixed environments.
  • Preferred : Undergraduate degree or advanced degree in biology or chemistry.

    Seniority level

    Seniority level

    Executive

    Employment type

    Employment type

    Full-time

    Job function

    Job function

    Legal

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