Senior IP Litigation Paralegal

Considine Search; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

Considine Search seeks a Senior IP Litigation Paralegal to join its Litigation team in Los Angeles. This role partners with attorneys to manage complex IP cases, perform in-depth research, and prepare court-ready documents, contributing to successful outcomes for the firm’s IP Litigation group.

The ideal candidate has ten years of IP litigation experience, trial leadership, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Willingness to travel and strong independent work habits are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; ten years of IP litigation experience is required.
• Trial experience and ability to lead trial teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge to manage complex IP litigation cases, with insight into procedures and technology to maximize efficiency.
• Manage complex cases and develop relationships to gather data and resources.
• Handle multiple projects; prioritize tasks and implement effective organizational methods.
• Review documents, perform legal research, and provide analysis to support case objectives.
• Create and maintain files, documents, and data.
• Prepare and edit a range of written materials including memos and drafts of legal documents.
• Oversee and mentor paralegals and temporary staff, providing feedback on performance.
• Meet billable requirements by submitting time notes daily and timecards weekly.

Skills

IP Litigation

Paralegal expertise

Trial support

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Los Angeles, CA

Summary

A premier, global law firm is seeking a Senior IP Litigation Paralegal to join their Litigation team in Los Angeles. In this dynamic role, the candidate will partner closely with attorneys and paralegals to effectively manage complex cases, demonstrate insight into legal procedures, and apply technologies to maximize efficiency in carrying out assignments. From conducting in-depth research to preparing court-ready documents, this position plays a key role in achieving successful outcomes for the firm’s IP Litigation group.

Responsibilities

• Apply a broad set of knowledge and skills to effectively manage complex cases, demonstrating insight into legal procedures, project management, cost efficiencies, and collaborative skills; effectively identify, promote, and apply technologies to maximize efficiency in carrying out assignments.
• Manage complex cases; develop relationships, internally and externally, to gather data and information and to create networks of relevant resources and services.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects and prioritize assignments appropriately; determine and implement effective organizational and procedural methods.
• Review and analyze documents and data, perform procedural and factual research with understanding of client, matter, and business needs; provide insightful analysis, recommendations, and solutions to further case objectives.
• Create and maintain, or oversee maintenance of, files, documents, and data.
• Prepare and edit a range of written materials, including correspondence, memoranda, drafts of legal documents, and factual analyses.
• Oversee and provide guidance to other paralegals and temporary staff, as needed, through training and mentoring; provide feedback as appropriate on performance.
• Comply with administrative requirements to meet billable expectations; prepare and release time notes on a daily basis; prepare and submit timecards on a weekly basis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Minimum of ten years of relevant experience in IP Litigation required
• Trial experience required; experience leading trial teams required
• ITC experience a plus
• Significant experience managing discovery requests, responses, and document production
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
• Strong sense of accountability, with a proactive approach to ownership and problem-solving
• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to follow complex instructions accurately
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and perform effectively under pressure
• Strong research, analytical, and data synthesis skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed to meet client and business demands
• Willingness to travel as required

Compensation: $122,000.00-$169,000.00, plus overtime and bonus

Salary: $122,000.00-$169,000.00, plus overtime and bonus
Date Active: 8/25/2026
Exempt/Not Exempt: Non-Exempt