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Paul Hastings · 1 day ago

Specialist Paralegal (ITC)

Washington, DC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$110K/yr - $170K/yr

10+ years exp

Paul Hastings is a leading international law firm that provides innovative legal solutions to many of the world's top financial institutions and Fortune Global 500 companies. They are seeking a Specialist Paralegal to apply advanced ITC/IP Litigation knowledge to assist lawyers with complex legal documents and trial preparation. The role involves coordinating legal processes, maintaining documentation, and supporting attorneys in various capacities.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Perform work in an efficient and cost-effective manner so as to permit the Firm to reasonably collect fees for such work

Meet expectations of billable hours target of 1,725 (unless otherwise specified)

Under the supervision of an attorney, coordinate, organize, prepare and interpret complex legal documents related to IP matters; build and maintain relevant databases and files; file documents and provide copies to relevant parties

Organize, review, and maintain IP documents and case files as well as compile documents for filing at courts and agencies, including the International Trade Commission (“ITC”)

Coordinate productions of documents with attorneys, as well as conduct searches on e-discovery databases such as Relativity for relevant documents

Assist attorneys with preparation of materials for depositions

Perform factual research on internal and external databases and libraries

Coordinate trial preparation; attend trial and provide support to attorneys at Court and agency hearings; coordinate logistics, including local/remote set-up and travel arrangements

Partner and coordinate with internal resources and outside vendor services; direct work and train team members

Coordinate with other areas/departments of the Firm where overlap exists to develop efficient procedures/communications to streamline processes and satisfy various department needs

Work overtime as required; travel as required; and

Handle additional related projects as assigned

Qualification

IP Litigation experienceTrial experienceLegal document preparationE-discovery databasesMS Office proficiencyOnline research skillsLegal billing processesTeam coordinationCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

At least 10 years of Litigation Paralegal experience

At least 7 years of relevant IP Litigation experience

Arbitration/trial experience

Bachelor's Degree

Expert proficiency in the preparation of motions in limine, jury instructions, verdict forms, and additional pleadings

Expert proficiency in the preparation of witness lists, exhibits, and trial binders

Extensive trial experience, including experience with the ITC

Advanced to Expert proficiency in MS Outlook and web-based conference call/web-sharing applications

Advanced to Expert proficiency in MS Word and document editing/comparison applications

Advanced to Expert proficiency in MS Excel and spreadsheet/database applications

Advanced to Expert proficiency in MS PowerPoint and presentation applications

Expert proficiency with transcript management applications (LiveNote)

Advanced proficiency in online research and internet search resources (Lexis Nexis/Westlaw), as well as utilizing PACER, EDIS, and the USPTO websites

Expert knowledge of Firm and Litigation practice-area-specific procedures and terminology, specifically with a focus on IP matters

Expert knowledge of relevant jurisdictional/court/agency processes and procedures

Expert knowledge of timekeeping and expense reporting applications

Expert knowledge of legal billing processes

Preferred

Appellate practice experience

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Long Term Care, and Short- and Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account

Healthcare Concierge and Advocacy

Lifestyle Spending Account

Voluntary 401(k) Plan and Profit Sharing

10 Paid Holidays per year and a generous PTO Program

Family Support including Paid Parental Leave, Fertility Benefits, Breast Milk Shipping, Back-up Child Care, Elder Care, and Tutoring

Wellbeing programs (Employee Assistance Program, Relationship Support, Mental Health, Menopause and Midlife Health and Well-Being Events)

Retirement Plan Consulting

Anniversary Bonus Program

Professional Development Programs

Transportation and Commuter Benefits

International Travel Insurance

Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Insurance

Auto/Home/Pet Insurance

Prepaid Legal Insurance

Employee Discounts

And More!

Company

Paul Hastings

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Paul Hastings is an international law firm that provides legal solutions to many financial institutions and Fortune 500 companies.

Founded in 1951

Los Angeles, California, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.paulhastings.com/

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