Intellectual Property Litigation Paralegal

Must Have’s: 

• Minimum of 5+ years IP Litigation with law firm experience
• Strong Microsoft Office, Relativity, Docket Navigator, USPTO
• Knowledge and understanding of the litigation process and e-discovery preferred, but not mandatory (client WILLING to train)
• Cite checking experience preferred (again WILLING to train)

Responsibilities: 

• Create, organize, review, and maintain litigation case files.
• Monitor litigation docket and due dates.
• Manage litigation calendars using CompuLaw.
• Compile, assist, and prepare court filings including, but not limited to, proofreading, cite checking, motions, briefs, and memoranda; and assembling exhibits and appendices at the District and Appellate courts and the International Trade Commission (ITC)
• Maintain proficiency with the mechanics of e-filing using U.S.D.C. CM/ECF filing systems, and USITC EDIS filing system
• Perform factual and legal research in databases including Lexis Nexis, Westlaw, Docket Navigator, PACER, EDIS, and the USPTO
• Coordinate document collection, review, and productions in concert with litigation support and third party e-discovery vendors
• Conduct searches on production databases for relevant documents using IPRO, Relativity, and other document management software
• Proactively manage all phases of fact and expert discovery
• Manage day-to-day workflow and delegation of responsibilities to team members
• Prepare materials for depositions, hearings, trials, and arbitrations
• Attend and provide support to attorneys at court and agency proceedings including the ITC
• Mentor junior paralegals and temporary staff as needed
• Assist with special projects and assignments as necessary
• Must be flexible to work overtime on an as-needed basis
• Miscellaneous other responsibilities as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, though not required.
• Trial experience as a paralegal required.
• Knowledge of patent or IP litigation and trials preferred.
• Knowledge and understanding of the litigation process and e-discovery; experience with database management software, review, and production. Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Adobe Acrobat; CompuLaw; Case Notebook; Relativity; IPRO (Eclipse); FileSite.
• Familiarity with litigation and hearings at the ITC is preferred.
• Willingness to support matters at any level required; possess strong communication skills.
• Must be capable of managing subordinates as well as “managing up”; flexible to respond quickly to shifting demands; and ability to work under tight deadlines; handle multiple, detailed tasks simultaneously, and prioritize appropriately.
• Must be a team player. Must deliver high-quality work product and work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to handle sensitive, confidential business information with the utmost discretion.