Patent Litigation Associate

We are seeking a talented Intellectual Property lawyer with 2-7 years PQE to join the esteemed Intellectual Property team at our remarkable client's London office.

The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise and a keen interest in patent litigation, including oppositions before the European Patent Office. While a first degree in a scientific or technical discipline would be advantageous, it is not mandatory.

The Team

• The IP team is renowned as one of the largest and most respected in the UK, advising a diverse clientele ranging from life sciences to technology, manufacturing, and retail sectors.
• With approximately 50+ Lawyers solely in the UK Intellectual Property practice and an extensive European team, the team collaborate seamlessly across key IP markets.
• They handle precedent-setting actions before the highest courts in both hard and soft IP domains.

Responsibilities:

• Handling the sale and purchase of agricultural and rural residential properties.
• Addressing landlord and tenant matters across agricultural, commercial, and residential sectors.
• Managing complex transactions including mineral leases, solar farm leases, and development agreements.
• Representing banks in securing financial assets.
• Collaborating with a diverse range of clients to provide strategic legal advice and optimize returns on investment.

Candidate Profile:

• Have significant experience in handling patent applications in biotechnological and pharmaceutical fields.
• Be proficient in opinion and/or contentious work.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills to foster relationships with clients and colleagues.

What They Offer:

• Opportunity to work on high-profile cases across various sectors.
• Collaborative work environment with colleagues in European offices.
• Real client engagement from day one, fostering professional development.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities to become a specialist in the field.

If you are interested in this position, and you meet the requirements of the role, please click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Samuel Disley Joyson for a confidential discussion.

Our advertisements use salary and experience as a guide only. Interlink Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer.

*Please Note: Due to the high volume of applications we are currently receiving we are unable to contact applicants who have been unsuccessful.