IP Patent Litigation Paralegal — Case Strategy Pro

Sidley Austin (DC) LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Sidley Austin LLP seeks an IP Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys in complex patent disputes in federal courts, PTAB proceedings, and ITC investigations. You will manage discovery, filings, and trial prep, coordinating with experts and eDiscovery platforms.

The role requires prior patent-litigation support experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to handle confidential information in a fast-paced environment. Occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with strong academic credentials.
• Previous experience in a law firm.
• Proficient at Microsoft Office and eDiscovery software.

Responsibilities

• Support complex patent disputes in federal district courts, inter partes review and other contested proceedings before the USPTO, PTAB, and ITC Section 337 investigations.
• 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 inception through trial and appeal.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Discretion

Legal research

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Paralegal certificate

Job description

Sidley Austin LLP seeks an IP Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys in complex patent disputes in federal courts, PTAB proceedings, and ITC investigations. You will manage discovery, filings, and trial prep, coordinating with experts and eDiscovery platforms.

The role requires prior patent-litigation support experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to handle confidential information in a fast-paced environment. Occasional travel may be required.