Lateral Associate, Biotechnology Or Chemical – 3Rd To 5Th Year - Later001691

Washington, D.C. (hybrid) Application requirements Due to the exciting level of interest in our firm, we are unable to individually contact all candidates to collect materials to complete applications. To submit a complete application, please ensure the following documents are included: Resume Recent writing sample All academic transcripts (unofficial copies accepted) About Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox P.L.L.C. Named for several years as a "great place" to work by The Washington Post and Washington Business Journal, Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox P.L.L.C. is proud to be one of the most highly regarded intellectual property specialty law firms in the world. We recognize that it is the talent and dynamism of each individual at Sterne Kessler that makes that possible. With that in mind, we have cultivated an environment that is welcoming, inclusive, and intellectually stimulating with just the right touch of fun and exuberance. We offer a competitive compensation package with excellent benefits and are Metro-accessible in a prime downtown location with many nearby restaurants and shops. Sterne Kessler is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Role location: This role is based in our Washington, D.C. office on a hybrid basis, though remote candidates in the United States will still be considered. If you’re hybrid in the Washington, D.C. office, you have flexibility to pick which days you work in the office. About the Biotechnology & Chemical Group Our Biotechnology & Chemical Group is known for its market‑leading depth in life sciences and chemical patent work and its close connection to cutting‑edge innovation. The group handles sophisticated patent prosecution, PTAB proceedings, and strategic counseling for technologies spanning biotech, pharmaceuticals, chemistry, and materials science, allowing associates to work at the intersection of science, law, and business. With a collaborative culture, strong mentorship, and early responsibility on complex matters, associates gain hands‑on experience shaping robust patent portfolios and defending them in high‑stakes disputes—making the group an ideal home for lawyers who want intellectually rigorous work and long‑term professional growth in a premier IP practice. Requirements JD and actively licensed as an attorney in a U.S. jurisdiction. Must be eligible to waive into the D.C. Bar or be willing and eligible to sit for the