IP Specialist with Litigation

An Amlaw 100 firm has an opening for an IP Specialist with litigation experience located in their Houston, TX office.  This role could be considered for a hybrid work schedule.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Knowledge of Intellectual Property litigation rules and procedures, applicable regulatory and jurisdictional requirements, as well as keeps abreast of department guidelines 
• Exception verbal and written skills, as well as administrative and management skills  
• Exceptional typing skills; ability to draft and/or edit documents accurately and quickly  
• Responsible for docketing and IP litigation management, including providing documents to docketing and DMS systems (CompuLaw and iManage), as well as, maintaining and updating files and client portals  
• Effectively set priorities, meet deadlines and manage multiple projects 
• Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task (i.e. calendaring, meeting coordination, timesheet entries, travel plans, file openings) 
• Create, edit, format, and proofread documents, memoranda, correspondence, spreadsheets and presentations with the highest level of accuracy and attention to detail 
• Prepare and circulate reporting letters to client(s) and/or outside counsel or vendors 
• Critical thinker who works efficiently, using available technology and striving to make tasks easier and more efficient 
• Other duties as assigned

SKILLS

• Exceptional attention to detail
• Professional verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple projects
• Proficient in Litigation Docketing and Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Coordinate project files, including drafting internal and external communications related to ongoing litigation tasks  
• Draft and transmit legal documents, memoranda, and correspondence to clients, witnesses and court officials by electronic filing, fax, email, mail and/or messenger 
• Assist in setting up review databases and archiving data as needed. 
• Analyze and generate reports from data, ensuring accurate and efficient data handling 
• Draft basic search queries and collaborate with attorneys to identify relevant documents 
• Conduct thorough Quality Checks (QC) on document productions to ensure accuracy 
• Potential travel for assistance at depositions, mediations and trials 

REQUIREMENTS

• Current experience supporting IP Litigation practice
• 3 years IP Litigation experience, with Litigation Docket software knowledge, and within a law firm environment.
• Prior experience with assisting in managing IP litigation trials
• High School diploma or equivalent. College degree preferred.

• The budgeted salary range for this position is $85,000- $110,000 per year
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision and PTO