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McDermott Will & Schulte · 13 hours ago

Legal Practice Specialist - IP Litigation

San Diego, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$83K/yr - $115K/yr

5+ years exp

McDermott Will & Schulte is a leading global law firm that emphasizes collaboration and community. The Legal Practice Specialist will provide administrative support within the Intellectual Property Litigation Practice Group, handling tasks related to trial preparation and managing various administrative responsibilities.

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Responsibilities

Knowledge of court rules and civil procedures in applicable State and Federal jurisdictions, including experience with electronic filing in File & ServeXpress, PACER and FirstConnect

Support all aspects of trial preparation, including handling logistics and supporting at trial as necessary

Internet research using Lexis and Westlaw, including obtaining court dockets from PACER, Court/ Agency websites or other research tools

Assemble binders for court/agency filings, services and MWS client files (including all attachments)

Handle and manage intake process beginning with conflicts check through to the creation of the client/matter number

Prepare subpoenas, court scheduling stipulations, motions, and brief templates

Edit, proofread, and redline documents (agreements, pleadings, spreadsheets, and presentations) and correspondence for accuracy, grammar and formatting

Review and edit prebills; work with billing practice group to ensure client bills are sent out timely; prepare expense reports and submit vendor invoices for timely payment

Organize and maintain attorney contacts and calendars, including travel logistics and scheduling flights, hotel and transportation

Input, review, edit, and update attorney time entries

Coordinate meeting logistics, including scheduling, arranging videoconferences, conferences calls, and conference rooms; requesting equipment and food and beverage orders; preparing presentation materials; and welcoming visitors

Answer incoming telephone calls and document and relay messages

Organize and maintain paper and electronic files in accordance with Firm records retention policies

Proactively remind attorneys of impending deadlines and obligations

Maintain office amenities and collaborate with the Office Manager to order supplies as needed

Qualification

Intellectual Property litigationTrial procedures knowledgeElectronic filing systemsMicrosoft Office SuiteClient service skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsProblem-solving skillsAttention to detail

Required

At least five (5) years of Intellectual Property litigation experience

Knowledge of state specific court rules and civil procedures in state and federal jurisdictions, including experience with electronic filing in File & ServeXpress, PACER and FirstConnect

Knowledge of trial procedures including managing databases, filing in various jurisdictions, and other aspects of trial preparation

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word)

Strong written and verbal communication skills; professional demeanor and presentation

Strong client service skills with high-level standards of excellence in work product to meet or exceed client and Firm expectations

Strong organizational skills, time management skills, and attention to detail

Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities

Strong problem-solving skills with ability to take initiative and use good judgment and excellent follow-up skills

Ability to maintain and handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and diplomacy

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

Travel as required to attend trials

Preferred

Bachelor's degree is preferred but not required, a recent bachelor's degree in a field such as political science and/or a future interest in law school is ideal

Benefits

Generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence

Discretionary bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Competitive compensation

Top benefits

Award-winning professional development programs

Industry-leading wellness initiatives

Company

McDermott Will & Schulte

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McDermott Will & Emery is now McDermott Will & Schulte.

Founded in 1934

New York, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.mwe.com/

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