Intellectual Property Paralegal

R & W Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

R & W Group seeks an experienced Patent Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys in complex patent disputes in federal courts, before the PTAB, and ITC investigations. You will manage discovery, filings, and trial prep across all case phases.

Required are seven years of paralegal experience in a law firm, familiarity with federal practice, PTAB procedures, USPTO proceedings, and strong MS Office and eDiscovery skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and strong academic credentials.
• Minimum seven years of paralegal experience.
• Previous experience in a law firm.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and eDiscovery software.
• Paralegal certificate from ABA-accredited program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support complex patent disputes in federal district courts and ITC proceedings.
• Coordinate PTAB filings and USPTO proceedings.
• Manage case lifecycle from inception through appeal with case-management tools.
• Oversee discovery, document collection, production, and deposition prep.
• Prepare pleadings, motions, and trial materials; assist with witness prep.

Skills

Patent litigation

Paralegal exp

E-Discovery software

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree

ABA certificate

Tools

Relativity

Opus 2

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Job description

One of our favorite law firm clients is seeking a Patent Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys in complex patent disputes in federal district courts, proceedings before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB), including inter partes review, and investigations before the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). The role provides comprehensive case management support through all phases of matters, including discovery, motion practice, trial, and appeal. The position requires experience supporting patent litigation and familiarity with federal court practice, PTAB procedures, and USPTO proceedings. Flexibility to work overtime and occasional travel may be required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Court and Administrative Proceedings

· Support complex patent disputes in federal district courts, inter partes review and other contested proceedings before the USPTO, PTAB, and ITC Section 337 investigations, including oversight of case management, filings, and trial preparation

· Serve as a key resource to litigation and trial teams in high-stakes patent disputes

· Provide comprehensive case management support throughout the full case lifecycle, from case inception through trial and appeal, in large, complex patent matters

· Prepare and coordinate PTAB filings, including petitions, responses, exhibits, and related procedural submissions in accordance with PTAB rules

· Manage procedural aspects of litigation matters, including calendaring deadlines and coordinating filings

· Maintain thorough knowledge of federal court, ITC, USPTO, and PTAB rules, filing requirements, and electronic filing systems, including ECF, Patent Center, P-TACTS, and EDIS

· Assist with drafting and submitting USPTO reexamination documents

Discovery and Case Development

· Support all phases of discovery, including document collection, production, and deposition preparation

· Coordinate and manage source code review processes, including secure review logistics and compliance with protective orders

· Coordinate with experts, including management of expert materials, reports, and deposition logistics

· Manage electronic and hard copy documents using case management and eDiscovery platforms, including Relativity, Opus 2, and Adobe Acrobat Pro

· Prepare summaries, chronologies, reports, charts, and other case-related materials

Motion Practice and Trial Preparation

· Assist attorneys with drafting, reviewing, and filing pleadings and other litigation documents

· Assist with witness preparation, hearings, depositions, and trial preparation and attendance

· Prepare document productions, perform cite checking and Bluebook formatting, and proofread briefs and other legal documents

· Conduct legal and factual research using Lexis, Westlaw, and other research tools

Professional Responsibilities

· Train and oversee the work of Project Assistants and temporary staff

· Effectively manage multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

· Communicate professionally and effectively with attorneys, clients, and business professionals

· Perform additional duties as assigned

Education and/or Experience:

Required:

· Bachelor’s degree with strong academic credentials

· Minimum seven years of paralegal experience

· Previous experience in a law firm

· Proficient at Microsoft Office applications and eDiscovery software

Preferred:

· Paralegal certificate from an ABA accredited program

· Writing sample submitted with resume

Other Skills and Abilities:

In addition to the above, the following may also be required of the successful candidate:

· Strong attention to detail

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

· Ability to work harmoniously and effectively with others

· Ability to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion

· Ability to work in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment

· Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities