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Tryin to break into Pharmaceuticals with a JD |
| Message Name: |
Patent Law |
| Date Posted: |
12/05/2003 |
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I am a second year law student and I would like to work in pharmaceuticals. I graduated with a degree in Biology in the top 1/4 of my class and I am currently in the top 1/4 of my law school class-but I am finding that I really miss science and am looking for a field that would tie the two interests together; hence my interest in pharmaceuticals. I really am having a difficult time figuring what positions to apply for and how to sell myself. I would rather not work in the legal department because I feel that it is too disconnected from the "action". I would really like to experience all aspects of the company. I am also interested in going back to school for a masters of phd in genetics or molecular biology, but could not even dream of affording it right now. I am only 24, so I have time to continue with education-but the bills are ridiculous in NY-do you if pharmaceutical companies will reimburse you for education expenses or pay tuition? When would I ask this-at an interview? Any information would be helpful as I am feeling very overwhelmed. |
| Message: |
The previous responder is right-go into Patent Law. With a science degree, law degree, bar exam, and patent bar exam, finding a job as a patent attorney shouldn't be too hard.
Admittedly, it would be easier with a MS or PhD (If you had a PhD, many law firms would be willing to pay for you to go to law school).
Patent Law specific firms usually hire PhDs to write patents. With a bachelors degree, you're more likely to find posiitons in littigation at a full-service law firm, but you will probably also get the opportunity to write some patents.
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