What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal position at Greenblum & Bernstein, P.L.C.?
Job Description
Greenblum & Bernstein (“G&B”) is a mid-size Intellectual Property law boutique located in Reston, VA, representing companies all over the world. We are seeking a full-time experienced litigation Paralegal to work in the office three days per week or more as needed. We offer a competitive compensation/benefits package and are Metro-accessible (within easy walking distance to Reston’s silver line).
Responses requested from direct candidates only.
&B is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Essential Functions
Responsibilities of the Paralegal include but are not limited to:
- Assisting attorneys with litigation matters, including document and file management such as interacting with web-based document service providers and handling document ingest from client files into the database as well as document productions during the course of the litigation; assistance in drafting pleadings and document discovery; assisting in legal research; reviewing/monitoring incoming correspondence and preparing outgoing correspondence;
- Experience in patent and/or trademark federal district court litigation a plus;
- Assisting attorneys with filing, docketing, and handling post grant proceedings before the USPTO;
- Organizing, managing, and updating client files and pleadings;
- Scheduling and tracking depositions and filing deadlines;
- Providing administrative and back-up support to team and department for coverage and project assistance as needed.
The successful candidate should be able to work in a fast-paced primarily electronic environment, and independently and proactively prioritize workload to meet filing due dates and other deadlines. Excellent communication (oral and written) skills, organizational skills, the ability to work in an environment with due dates, and attention to detail are required. Must be reliable regarding attendance.
Requirements
Education: Associates or Bachelor’s degree; Paralegal Certificate or equivalent optional.
Experience: Minimum 2 years litigation experience required, patent litigation experience preferred.
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint), web-based document management systems, file management, calendaring, Adobe and other software
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Salary commensurate with experience