IP Paralegal

MCKINLAY LAW; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading American law firm in Central London is seeking an IP Paralegal to support their London IP group. The role includes conducting legal research, organizing files, and filing documents with the court. Candidates should possess exceptional academics (LPC or SQE1) and exhibit excellent client skills. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain high-quality experience in a proactive environment. The position offers a hybrid work model and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Excellent benefits

High-quality experience

Innovative work environment

Qualifications

• Exceptional academics including either the LPC or SQE1.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines under pressure.
• Excellent client skills.

Responsibilities

• Providing support to the London IP Group on research and advice for clients.
• Carrying out legal research and monitoring of EU cases.
• Keeping files organized and up to date.
• Keeping the team up to date with developments in IP law.
• Filing documents with the court.
• Assisting in drafting summaries and preparing materials for clients.

Skills

Exceptional academics

Ability to work under pressure

Excellent client skills

Experience in IP

Education

LPC or SQE1

Job description

Job Title: IP Paralegal

Location: Central London

Salary: £34,000

Hybrid: 3 office / 2 home

Award winning, leading American law firm are looking for a paralegal to join their IP team and provide support to the London IP group. The role will initially be offered as a 6 month contract.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Providing support to the London IP Group on research and advice for clients.
• Carrying out legal research and monitoring of EU cases.
• Keeping files (internal files, Counsel bundles, client bundles) organised and up to date in paper and electronic format.
• Keeping the London IP team up to date with developments in IP law and practice in the UK, the EU and the UPC.
• Filing documents (applications, pleadings) with court, mainly the Royal Courts of Justice.
• Assisting drafting matter and deal summaries for marketing and directory submissions; preparing materials for client pitches and other business development support; preparing materials for client seminars and related liaising with marketing; and preparing materials for training on IP and general litigation topics.

The successful candidate will have exceptional academics including either the LPC or SQE1, the ability to work to tight deadlines under pressure, and excellent client skills. If you have experience in IP, that would also be an advantage.

A fantastic opportunity for a proactive paralegal to join a leading US law firm and gain high quality experience in a market‑leading team. Excellent benefits on offer in a modern, innovative American law firm.>

McKinlay Law endeavour to contact all successful candidates within 24 hours. However, due to the volume of applications that we receive, we are not able to respond to every candidate individually. If you have not heard from us within 24 hours your application has been unsuccessful and we have not retained your details.