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Senior Associate — Patent Litigation (Life Sciences), London

A leading international law firm

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Senior associate role in a London-based IP disputes team, focusing on patent litigation within the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors. The position involves leading and managing complex UK and cross-border patent proceedings through to trial, including work in higher courts and international forums.

You will join a specialist disputes group that handles high-value IP litigation and portfolio management for clients in life sciences and related technology sectors. The role offers client responsibility, exposure to sophisticated litigation strategies, and opportunities to lead junior team members on technical patent matters.

The firm provides a structured career development programme with formal feedback, technical training and progression based on performance and contribution.

  • Qualified solicitor with demonstrable UK patent litigation experience at a reputable firm
  • Proven track record running patent actions from instructions to trial; strong advocacy and case-management skills
  • Scientific background desirable (biochemistry, biology, chemistry, immunology or similar)
  • Experience supervising and mentoring junior lawyers and working on cross-border disputes

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