Location: Washington, D.C. Work Arrangement: Hybrid Salary: $135,000$178,000 base Employment Classification: Non-Exempt
Overview
An international law firm is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Paralegal specializing in Intellectual Property Litigation, with an emphasis on U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) Section 337 investigations and proceedings, to join its Washington, D.C. office.
The firm represents major corporations, investment funds, and financial institutions in complex transactions and disputes. The environment is collaborative and team-oriented, with a strong emphasis on exceptional client service, initiative, professionalism, responsiveness, adaptability, and excellence.
This position will provide substantive support to attorneys in the Intellectual Property practice, with a particular focus on ITC Section 337 procedures and proceedings.
Responsibilities
Prepare and file pleadings, including motions, exhibits, and notices through EDIS, and serve opposing counsel.
Research and interpret court and agency rules to prepare filings and coordinate with docketing personnel to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local rules and deadlines.
Coordinate with case teams and e-discovery personnel on data collection, processing, review, and production.
Prepare for depositions and create and maintain witness files.
Analyze and summarize documents, discovery responses, and other factual information, including sophisticated or technical material relevant to legal issues.
Conduct factual research and prepare key fact chronologies.
Create demonstrative exhibits, including charts, graphs, and maps.
Prepare pre-trial documents and filings, including exhibit lists, deposition designations, and motions in limine.
Serve as a liaison with trial services and other internal departments to coordinate trial logistics.
Attend and provide substantive support during trials, including:
Monitoring documents and evidence
Coordinating witness appearances
Preparing and monitoring visual aids
Taking notes on testimony
Tracking exhibits introduced and admitted into evidence
Reviewing and digesting trial transcripts
Interacting with clients, witnesses, experts, court personnel, and vendors
Mentoring junior paralegals supporting trial teams
Education / Certifications
Bachelors degree required.
Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program preferred.
Professional Experience
At least five years of substantive intellectual property litigation experience in a law firm environment preferred.
Experience with U.S. International Trade Commission Section 337 investigations and trials required/preferred.
Technical Skills
Proficiency with:
iManage
Microsoft Office/Microsoft 365
Westlaw
Lexis
EDIS
PACER
Knowledge of Relativity and general database management.
Familiarity with legal case management software such as OPUS 2 preferred.
Key Competencies
Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines while managing shifting priorities.
Self-starter with strong initiative and the ability to anticipate team needs.
Strong strategic thinking, judgment, and problem-solving skills.
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Professional and effective communication with attorneys, colleagues, clients, vendors, and other external parties.
Ability to work effectively in a diverse, collaborative, and demanding team environment.
Demonstrated discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality.
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Numbers & Facts
Location
Washington,, DC
Skills
Accredited Business Accountants (ABA)unmatched
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Attorneyunmatched
Case Managementunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Customer Relationsunmatched
Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
Data Collectionunmatched
Database Administrationunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
File Maintenanceunmatched
Intellectual Property (IP)unmatched
International Lawunmatched
Investment Fundsunmatched
Legalunmatched
Litigationunmatched
Logisticsunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Mentoringunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Paralegalunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Project/Program Managementunmatched
Relativityunmatched
Research Skillsunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched
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