BioSpace
Corporate Counsel - Intellectual Property & Strategy
BioSpace, North Chicago, Illinois, us, 60086
Corporate Counsel - Intellectual Property & Strategy
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Company Description
AbbVie’s mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people’s lives across key therapeutic areas such as immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, and our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information, visit www.abbvie.com.
Job Description
AbbVie is searching for an in‑house Counsel for our Patent Prosecution group, part of AbbVie’s Intellectual Property, Transactions, and Innovation legal team. Acting individually and cross‑functionally, the Counsel will develop and implement intellectual property strategies for AbbVie’s products and product candidates. This position supports AbbVie’s pharmaceutical products and is based in our offices in Irvine, CA, North Chicago, IL, or Waltham, MA with a hybrid work model (onsite 3+ days/week).
Responsibilities
Maximize AbbVie’s competitive position through creation and implementation of intellectual property strategies.
Provide legal advice and counsel to cross‑functional R&D and business teams on a variety of IP‑related matters.
Draft, file, and prosecute strategically useful patent applications worldwide both directly and through management of outside counsel.
Challenge and defend patents in IPR, opposition, interference, and other post‑grant proceedings.
Conduct prior art searches, analyze third‑party patent positions, and conduct due diligence to support business development activities.
Qualifications
JD degree from an accredited law school, state bar admission enabling in‑house practice, and registration to practice before the USPTO.
2+ years of experience practicing patent law as an attorney or patent agent at a law firm and/or life sciences company, including substantial U.S. and foreign patent prosecution.
Experience with India, China, and emerging markets a plus.
Technical background relevant for pharmaceutical patent prosecution, such as:
Experience with small molecule and/or biological pharmaceutical discovery & development.
Technical degree in a relevant field, such as molecular biology, biotechnology, biochemistry, biology, chemistry, chemical engineering, or biomedical engineering.
Medical device experience a plus.
Strong legal, analytical, communication, collaboration, and people skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects to meet deadlines.
Benefits
Competitive base salary and total compensation.
Comprehensive benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees.
Participation in short‑term and long‑term incentive programs.
AbbVie is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives, and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
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Company Description
AbbVie’s mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people’s lives across key therapeutic areas such as immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, and our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information, visit www.abbvie.com.
Job Description
AbbVie is searching for an in‑house Counsel for our Patent Prosecution group, part of AbbVie’s Intellectual Property, Transactions, and Innovation legal team. Acting individually and cross‑functionally, the Counsel will develop and implement intellectual property strategies for AbbVie’s products and product candidates. This position supports AbbVie’s pharmaceutical products and is based in our offices in Irvine, CA, North Chicago, IL, or Waltham, MA with a hybrid work model (onsite 3+ days/week).
Responsibilities
Maximize AbbVie’s competitive position through creation and implementation of intellectual property strategies.
Provide legal advice and counsel to cross‑functional R&D and business teams on a variety of IP‑related matters.
Draft, file, and prosecute strategically useful patent applications worldwide both directly and through management of outside counsel.
Challenge and defend patents in IPR, opposition, interference, and other post‑grant proceedings.
Conduct prior art searches, analyze third‑party patent positions, and conduct due diligence to support business development activities.
Qualifications
JD degree from an accredited law school, state bar admission enabling in‑house practice, and registration to practice before the USPTO.
2+ years of experience practicing patent law as an attorney or patent agent at a law firm and/or life sciences company, including substantial U.S. and foreign patent prosecution.
Experience with India, China, and emerging markets a plus.
Technical background relevant for pharmaceutical patent prosecution, such as:
Experience with small molecule and/or biological pharmaceutical discovery & development.
Technical degree in a relevant field, such as molecular biology, biotechnology, biochemistry, biology, chemistry, chemical engineering, or biomedical engineering.
Medical device experience a plus.
Strong legal, analytical, communication, collaboration, and people skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects to meet deadlines.
Benefits
Competitive base salary and total compensation.
Comprehensive benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees.
Participation in short‑term and long‑term incentive programs.
AbbVie is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives, and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
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