IP Litigation Paralegal

Wolf Greenfield is seeking an IP Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys in various legal projects and tasks related to intellectual property litigation. The role involves assisting with all phases of litigation, including research, discovery, trial preparation, and case management.ResponsibilitiesAssists with ITC, federal and superior court cases of varying complexity from start to finishPrepares court filings as needed, including but not limited to creating shell documents, drafting motions, proofreading, cite-checking, compiling declarations, creating and updating tables of contents and authorities, and preparing exhibits and appendicesActs as lead or secondary paralegal on assigned cases, and provides case support to others within the department as neededCoordinates with attorneys and eDiscovery vendors to create and manage electronic databases, including loading, culling, searching, reviewing, tagging, coding, and generating productions and privilege logsAssists with the logistics of paper & electronic discovery, including litigation holds, data mapping, custodian interviews, chains of custody, document collections, document reviews, and productionsProvides comprehensive trial support, including but not limited to preparation related travel coordination, including the management of exhibits, notebooks, witness binders, as well as courtroom and war room setup. Demonstrates flexibility in response to trial demands. Attendance and travel may be requiredMonitors, maintains and updates departmental case database, assigned dockets, and deadlines. Communicates professionally and respectfully, with colleagues, counsel, clients, agencies, witnesses, opposing parties, court personnel, and vendorsConducts in-depth legal research, ensuring accuracy and compiling results in an organized and succinct mannerDrafts correspondence, basic pleadings, and motionsAssists with mentoring and training for new hires in the departmentWorks proactively and collaboratively with paralegals and assistants within the litigation departmentCompletes additional tasks and projects as firm needs dictate. This includes administrative tasks, pro bono matters, client development projects and assisting with projects from other departmentsMaintains a billing goal of 1400 hours annuallySkillsA minimum of 1-2 years' experience directly supporting an IP litigation practiceBachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and work experienceExceptional oral and written communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate information, workflow, and project updatesDetail oriented, with strong time management, prioritization, problem-solving, and organizational skills, including the ability to work efficiently under pressure and in a deadline-oriented environmentStrong interpersonal skills and ability to work both independently and effectively within a teamFlexible and capable of responding calmly and effectively in stressful situationsPunctual and reliable and able to meet deadlines and work effectively under pressureAbility to maintain confidentiality of matters and other firm business informationAdditional experience preferredTrial support, and complex litigation experience preferredKnowledge of the IP litigation process, with additional ITC and PTAB experience is preferredHigh proficiency in managing electronic discovery databases, such as RelativityProficiency in Case Notebook (or LiveNote), Westlaw, Pacer, Bluebook citation, Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, FTP services and other litigation specific softwareBenefitsMultiple health care plan optionsVision and dental insuranceFlexible spending accounts/health saving accountsLife insuranceEmployer sponsored 401(k) plan includes an employer match and discretionary profit sharingTuition reimbursementProfessional development opportunitiesGenerous paid time offSick time and vacation timeParental leaveCommuter benefitsCharitable matching gift programWell-being supportCompany OverviewWolf Greenfield is the largest Boston law firm devoted exclusively to intellectual property law. It was founded in 1927, and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is http://www.wolfgreenfield.com/.



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