Patent Attorney (F/M/D) Lazio

Patent Attorney (F/M/D)
Roma
Lazio, Lazio

We are seeking a junior/medium experienced Patent Attorney (f/m/d) to join our dynamic intellectual property team at DeSimone & Partners in Rome. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in patent practice, with a technical background in the life sciences field, preferably in biology, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical chemistry. The preferred candidate is a qualified Italian Patent Attorney and/or partially qualified under the European Qualifying Examination (EQE). Key Responsibilities: Drafting, filing, and prosecuting patent applications in Italy and Europe. Conducting patentability assessments, freedom-to-operate analyses, and providing strategic advice to clients. Collaborating with research and development teams and tech transfer offices of Universities, Foundations, Pharmaceuticals, and Biotech companies to identify and protect innovations. Representing clients before the Italian Patent and Trademark Office and the European Patent Office. Keeping up-to-date with changes in patent law and practice. Qualifications & Skills: Education: Laurea Vecchio Ordinamento or Laurea Magistrale in Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Technology (CTF), or a similar field. PhD is a preferred title. Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in patent law in the life sciences sector. Certification: Qualified Italian Patent Attorney and/or partially qualified under the EQE. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Italian and in English. Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively. High attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team. J-18808-Ljbffr