Patent Paralegal

Summary

Under the supervision of attorneys, performs a range of substantive case, matter or entity related duties. Prepares drafts of legal and other documents and correspondence for attorney review. Compiles, analyzes and summarizes information. Coordinates efforts between attorneys, clients, outside legal counsel, opposing legal counsel, other parties and outside vendors.

Location

This position offers a Hybrid work schedule working at least three days in the office.

Responsibilities

• Support in all phases of patent litigation including discovery, trial, and appeal, and will include lead paralegal support at trials and hearings.
• Assist with preparation for depositions, witness interviews, hearings, trials, and arbitration. This will include pretrial motions, trial binders, trial exhibits, discovery requests, and responses.
• Review, organize, and maintain document databases for case tracking and discovery, and will require your coordination and management of large document collections and productions.
• Utilize legal software such as Relativity and litigation technology including eDiscovery, data rooms, and will work on document reviews and prepare privilege logs.
• Support patent litigation, patent appeals, and contested proceedings before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) and U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC).

Skills

• Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Solid technical skills necessary to set-up, track and maintain matters
• Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Must have the ability and experience with conducting fact gathering and analyzing information
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Requirements:

• Experience Patent Litigation
• Strong experience in Relativity databases
• Experience with U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) matters
• Intellectual property rights (IPR)
• Large firm experience
• Trial experience
• Paralegal Certificate

Minimum Education

• Bachelor's Degree

Certifications

• For California Paralegals: Must meet the California Paralegal Requirements.

Minimum Years of Experience

• 6 years of Paralegal experience