Intellectual Property Litigation Paralegal

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.