Senior Counsel, Patent Litigation

Bristol Myers Squibb

Princeton, NJ, United States
Base: $233,670 - $283,147; bonus/equity: + incenti...
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8+ years pharmaceutical patent litigation experience
U.s. state bar admission required
Hatch-waxman and bpcia litigation expertise
** Bristol Myers Squibb is seeking a Senior Counsel for Patent Litigation in Princeton, NJ, to lead global patent litigation efforts and protect the company's innovations. The role requires extensive experience in pharmaceutical patent litigation and offers competitive benefits as well as a supportive work culture that emphasizes work-life balance. **

Job Summary

  • This role involves leading significant U.S. patent litigations under the Hatch-Waxman Act and the Biologics Price Competition and Innovation Act while aligning strategy with business objectives.
  • The successful candidate will serve as the primary in-house point of contact for outside counsel, managing budgets and ensuring high-quality representation across multiple jurisdictions.
  • Bristol Myers Squibb offers a wide variety of competitive benefits including health coverage, financial protection plans, and flexible time off options to support employee well-being.

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** Bristol Myers Squibb is seeking a Senior Counsel for Patent Litigation in Princeton, NJ, to lead global patent litigation efforts and protect the company's innovations. The role requires extensive experience in pharmaceutical patent litigation and offers competitive benefits as well as a supportive work culture that emphasizes work-life balance. **

Salary

Base: $233,670 - $283,147; Bonus/Equity: Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities available; Benefits: Health, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and wellness programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8+ years pharmaceutical patent litigation experience
  • U.S. state bar admission required
  • Hatch-Waxman and BPCIA litigation expertise
  • Global patent litigation strategy execution
  • Outside counsel budget and performance management

Nice-to-have

  • Strong technical background in chemistry or biology
  • Judicial clerkship with U.S. District Court
  • Experience with USPTO registration
  • Proven ability to work in matrixed global organizations
  • Demonstrated business acumen and judgment

Key Requirements

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree
  • Admission to at least one U.S. state bar
  • 8+ years of pharmaceutical patent litigation experience
  • Substantial experience with Hatch-Waxman and BPCIA matters
  • Experience with global enforcement and defense proceedings

Work Rights

Must have U.S. state bar admission

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