Steptoe LLP is seeking am IP Paralegal to support litigation lawyers and assist in the management of complex litigation cases. Paralegals have two or more years of related experience and provide an advanced level of substantive legal support to the Intellectual Property practice group. They organize, manage and update case files; coordinate filings with courts and the USPTO; attend client meetings, depositions and trials, and assemble arrange and assist in the review of documents for discovery production, depositions and trials. They support IP lawyers and assist in the management of complex litigation cases. They assume responsibilities related to case preparation, document management and organization, legal and factual research, documentation, and trial support.

Essential Functions

Case Management:

Collaborate with lawyers to manage and organize litigation cases from inception to conclusion.
Maintain and update case files, including pleadings, discovery documents, correspondence, expert reports, and exhibits.
Prepare and manage case timelines, calendars, and deadlines to ensure compliance.
Coordinate with external parties, such as clients, witnesses, experts, vendors and opposing counsel, as necessary.
Provide support on cases in various jurisdictions.

Legal Research And Analysis

Conduct legal research using various online and offline resources (including Westlaw, LEXIS, and PACER) to gather relevant information.
Review court rules, statutes, regulations, and case precedents to support case strategy and decision-making.
Summarize and present research findings to lawyers in a clear and concise manner.

Document Management

Draft, proofread, and edit legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and affidavits.
Bluebook and Cite check briefs and prepare table of authorities.
Assist with the preparation and filing of court documents, ensuring adherence to court rules and e-filing procedures, under supervision of lawyers.
Organize and maintain electronic document databases, ensuring confidentiality and easy retrieval of documents.

Discovery And Investigation

Assist with setting up and organizing document review databases
Assist in the preparation and response to discovery requests, including document productions and interrogatories.
Coordinate and manage document review processes, often involving large volumes of data.
Utilize automated eDiscovery review systems including Relativity, CaseMap/TimeMap, and West Case Notebook, among others.
Assist in conducting investigations, including locating and interviewing witnesses, and gathering relevant evidence.

Trial Support

Assist lawyers in preparing for and attendance at trials, hearings, and depositions.
Organize and prepare trial exhibits, trial exhbit lists, deposition designations, witness lists, and other trial-related materials.
Provide on-site support during trials, including managing exhibits, coordinating witnesses, and assisting with logistics and courtroom technology.
Assist with setting up and organizing document review databases
Assist in the preparation and response to discovery requests, including document productions and interrogatories.
Coordinate and manage document review processes, often involving large volumes of data.
Utilize automated eDiscovery review systems including Relativity, CaseMap/TimeMap, and West Case Notebook, among others.
Assist in conducting investigations, including locating and interviewing witnesses, and gathering relevant evidence.

Time Recording

Enter time spent on tasks on a daily basis into the firm's time entry system.

Nonessential Functions

Provide back-up coverage for other paralegals as needed.
Assist with pro bono and business development projects.

Complete other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required.
Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved school preferred.
At least 2 years of law firm experience required.

Success Factors

Attention to detail: avoid common and frequent mistakes; complete complex projects and tasks without error.
Research and analysis: proficiency in research and analysis to enable informed decision-making, innovative problem-solving, and superior client service.
Communication: convey goals and objectives clearly and in a compelling manner; listen effectively and clarify information as needed; ensure that project status, issues and successes are communicated to project team, stakeholders, sponsors, steering committee and all levels of management and documented appropriately; ensure open communications within project team.
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving: recognize problems or situations that are new or without clear precedent; evaluate alternatives and find solutions using a systematic, multi-step approach; develop improvements and innovations to enhance performance.
Teamwork: able to work well with others on projects, initiatives, and tasks that require their input and cooperation.

Excellent work ethic: ensures that all work is completed on a timely basis, maintains attendance and punctuality at a high level, available for work outside of normal business hours as needed

Work Environment

Available to work in the office 9:00 - 5:30 pm Monday through Friday.
Hybrid work arrangements are available for this position.
Non-Smoking environment.
Available to work beyond regular hours when necessary.
Available to travel as required, on short notice, to various firm offices, courthouses, or other locations in support of the firm’s clients.
Works under the direct supervision of lawyers and/or more senior paralegals.

The anticipated base salary for this position is $85,000 - $91,000. The actual base salary offered will be dependent upon the applicant’s experience and qualifications, as well as other job-related factors, including but not limited to, relevant skills, education, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, geographic location.

Steptoe offers a full range of benefits for you and your eligible dependents. Benefits currently include: medical, dental, vision, life, disability, dependent care, health care flexible spending accounts, 401K Plan, Profit-Sharing, Paid Time-Off and a robust Wellness Program.

Steptoe LLP is an equal opportunity employer EOE/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, or any basis proscribed by applicable statutes.

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