Senior Patent Litigation Paralegal Specialist (Hybrid)

DLA Piper LLP (US); Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 128,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

DLA Piper LLP (US) is seeking a Paralegal Specialist in Washington, DC, to support patent litigation with lead paralegal duties at trials and hearings. The role involves drafting documents, coordinating between attorneys, clients, and external counsel, and handling large document productions.

Qualified candidates bring extensive paralegal experience, strong organizational and analytical capabilities, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 10+ years paralegal experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate preferred.
• Strong writing skills and ability to draft complex legal documents.

Responsibilities

• Support in all phases of patent litigation including discovery, trial, and appeal.
• Lead paralegal support at trials and hearings.
• Prepare for depositions, witness interviews, hearings, trials, and arbitration.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical abilities

Multi-tasking

Mentoring

Written & verbal communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree/Paralegal Certificate

Tools

Relativity

eDiscovery tools

Patent docketing

Job description

DLA Piper LLP (US) is seeking a Paralegal Specialist in Washington, DC, to support patent litigation with lead paralegal duties at trials and hearings. The role involves drafting documents, coordinating between attorneys, clients, and external counsel, and handling large document productions.

Qualified candidates bring extensive paralegal experience, strong organizational and analytical capabilities, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.