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Chicago and Philadelphia - Intellectual Property Disputes (Life Sciences) Associate

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Seeking an associate with 3-5 years of large law firm experience to join our intellectual property disputes practice. We feature a supportive team environment with ample opportunities for professional development and client interaction. The successful applicant preferably possesses a background in molecular biology, cellular biology, or biochemistry with experience in Hatch Waxman, biosimilars, or other pharmaceutical patent litigation. A master's degree or Ph.D. is preferred but not required. Applicants must possess excellent academic credentials and strong research, writing, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Applicants must be an active member of the bar in the state of the Morgan Lewis office for which they are applying. 

Morgan Lewis is not currently accepting resumes from search firms for this position. If you are a search firm, you will not be compensated in any way for your submission of a candidate, even if Morgan Lewis hires said candidate.

For positions in IL, the salary wage range for this job posting is $260,000 - $390,000.

The base salary or hourly wage range for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs, and market factors.  Final salary or hourly wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances.  Additionally, salary or hourly wages may be only part of the total compensation package. The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.  If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the firm reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, firm or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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Seeking an associate with 3-5 years of large law firm experience to join our intellectual property disputes practice. We feature a supportive team environment with ample opportunities for professional development and client interaction. The successful applicant preferably possesses a background in molecular biology, cellular biology, or biochemistry with experience in Hatch Waxman, biosimilars, or other pharmaceutical patent litigation. A master's degree or Ph.D. is preferred but not required. Applicants must possess excellent academic credentials and strong research, writing, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Applicants must be an active member of the bar in the state of the Morgan Lewis office for which they are applying. 

Morgan Lewis is not currently accepting resumes from search firms for this position. If you are a search firm, you will not be compensated in any way for your submission of a candidate, even if Morgan Lewis hires said candidate.

For positions in IL, the salary wage range for this job posting is $260,000 - $390,000.

The base salary or hourly wage range for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs, and market factors.  Final salary or hourly wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances.  Additionally, salary or hourly wages may be only part of the total compensation package. The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.  If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the firm reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, firm or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, one of the world's leading global law firms, is recognized for exceptional client service, legal innovation, and commitment to its communities. Our global depth reaches across North America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East with the collaboration of more than 4,000 lawyers and professional business and legal staff in 31 offices who provide elite legal services across industry sectors for multinational corporations to startups around the world.

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Chicago and Philadelphia - Intellectual Property Disputes (Life Sciences) Associate
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Dec 4, 2025
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