Senior IP Litigation Paralegal - $125-150K

Senior IP Litigation Paralegal - $125-150K

The Senior IP Litigation Paralegal will support attorneys in high-stakes Intellectual Property (IP) litigation, with a primary focus on U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) and Section 337 cases. This role requires extensive experience in case management, document production, trial preparation, and e-discovery for complex litigation. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, proactive, and skilled at supporting attorneys throughout all phases of litigation.

Why Join Us?

We invest in our people with industry-leading benefits and a commitment to work-life balance:

• Comprehensive Health & Financial Benefits: Health, dental, life, and disability insurance, plus a 401(k) with immediate enrollment and vesting
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off, holidays, and paid caregiver leave
• Professional Growth: Access to mentoring, legal training, and career development opportunities
• Well-Being Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness programs, and flexible work arrangements

Key Responsibilities

Case & Trial Management:

• Manage complex ITC and federal district court litigation, including discovery, Markman hearings, and trial preparation
• Oversee electronic and paper discovery, coordinate depositions, and handle trial logistics
• Organize case files, databases, privilege logs, and litigation support materials

Legal Research & Documentation:

• Conduct case law research and track ITC regulations, court rules, and expert witness histories
• Draft, review, and cite-check legal filings, ensuring compliance with ITC and USPTO guidelines
• Prepare and file electronic court submissions

Trial & Deposition Support:

• Assemble trial exhibits, trial notebooks, and witness preparation materials
• Coordinate logistics for depositions and assist attorneys in case strategy execution
• Manage post-trial documentation and case closure procedures

Training & Compliance:

• Stay current on ITC, USPTO, and federal litigation rules
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior paralegals on best practices

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 7 years of litigation experience, with a strong focus on IP and ITC litigation
• Expertise in USPTO, ITC, and federal court procedures
• Hands-on experience with trial preparation, discovery, and electronic court filings

Required Skills

• Litigation Case Management: Strong ability to handle large-scale litigation, manage deadlines, and oversee case logistics
• Legal Research & Documentation: Proficiency in legal research, cite-checking, and document production
• Technology & e-Discovery Tools: Experience with Relativity, West Case Notebook, TrialDirector, and other legal tech platforms

Preferred Skills

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new legal technology platforms
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with keen attention to detail

There are no costs for candidates utilizing our services as our clients pay for all related hiring fees. All ProPivotal job postings are either actual positions we had available at the time of posting and/or are representative of positions we typically fill or expect to fill. If you see a job that interests you, respond to the ad or give us a call so that we can help you find a job you'll love. As one of the area's largest staffing firms, we help 2,500 people find jobs a year so chances are good that we can help you too.

ProPivotal is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, color, religion, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor.