Build your skills in legal analysis, research, and client communication through real-world litigation challenges
Welcome to Goodwin’s Life Sciences IP Litigation Program! We are thrilled to have you here.
We are a firm of insiders relentlessly focused on understanding the pulse within six industries: healthcare, investment funds, life sciences, private equity, real estate, and technology. This means that we deliver unprecedented client value through a unique combination of industry knowledge, legal excellence, and business advisory expertise – all powered by our high-performance culture.
Goodwin’s Life Sciences IP Litigation team delivers better outcomes for life sciences clients because of our deep knowledge of the industry. We have been fighting and winning across the biotech, pharmaceutical and medtech sectors for nearly 30 years. Our experience across the full spectrum of innovator and challenger products means we see every case from every angle. We’ve confronted every situation and faced every adversary. We know how the opponent thinks, which allows us to provide insights and strategies that others can’t. During this program, you will get the opportunity to step into the shoes of a Junior Litigation Associate and complete tasks that replicate the work our Life Sciences IP Litigation team does every day. You’ll learn key skills in:
Legal analysis and applying statutes to real disputesConducting focused legal research and presenting findings efficientlyCommunicating effectively with internal teams and external clients
We hope this program provides a great resource for you to upskill and strengthen your resume as you explore your options, including a potential career at Goodwin.
This program is self-paced. It takes approximately 2-3 hours to complete.
Skills Learned:
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Intro & Scenario
Background context and your project team -
Assessing Subject Matter Jurisdiction
Lay the foundation — can this case be heard in federal court?- Statutory Interpretation
- Legal Memo Writing
- Internal Communication
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Conducting Focused Legal Research
Dig into the precedent — find the cases that shape strategy.- Legal Research
- Case Analysis
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Advising the Client on Strategic Next Steps
Translate law into action — deliver clear advice that builds trust- Client Communication
- Business Acumen
- Verbal Presentation
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Finish Line
