What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Secretary position at Adams & Martin Group?
A prestigious, nationally recognized law firm is seeking a skilled and motivated IP Litigation Secretary to join its Bay Area office. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a leading legal team handling high-stakes, cutting-edge Intellectual Property litigation in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Position Overview
The IP Litigation Secretary will provide high-level administrative and litigation support to attorneys focused on intellectual property matters, including patent, trademark, and copyright disputes. The ideal candidate will be experienced, detail-oriented, and comfortable supporting a busy IP litigation practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, edit, and format legal documents including pleadings, discovery, motions, and correspondence
- File documents electronically in State and Federal courts, including PTAB and ITC proceedings
- Manage and maintain attorney calendars, including court deadlines, hearings, depositions, and travel schedules
- Coordinate client communications and maintain professional relationships with clients, experts, and court personnel
- Organize and maintain case files, both electronic and hard copy, ensuring accuracy and accessibility
- Assist with trial preparation, including exhibit binders, witness lists, and court logistics
- Collaborate with paralegals, legal assistants, and other team members to support litigation workflow
Qualifications
- 5 years of experience as a litigation secretary, with at least 2 years in IP litigation preferred
- Familiarity with patent and trademark litigation, including PTAB and Federal Circuit procedures
- Strong knowledge of Federal and State court rules and e-filing systems (e.g., PACER, ECF)
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and legal document management systems
- Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask in a high-volume environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- A proactive, professional, and team-oriented attitude
If you're an experienced legal secretary with a passion for intellectual property litigation and a commitment to excellence, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your resume for consideration.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.
Salary : $90,000 - $115,000
