Rothwell Figg, a premier intellectual property law firm in Washington, DC, seeks a Litigation Paralegal with 5+ years of litigation experience, preferably in the area of patent litigation, who must be able to handle all aspects of complex litigations, from pre-litigation phase, through trial and appeal. Successful candidates must have applicable knowledge of federal court rules and procedures, litigation terminology and documentation, and docketing procedures; strong organizational and analytical skills; the ability to set priorities and multi-task; and excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills. Candidates must be computer proficient, with experience and working knowledge of Lexis, Westlaw and other litigation-research databases. IP litigation (federal courts), PTAB and/or ITC experience is a plus. This position requires flexibility to work overtime as needed and some travel may be required. Rothwell Figg offers a hybrid work schedule, excellent benefits, and competitive salaries. This hybrid work position is in the Washington, DC office.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Organizing and maintaining case files and databases on a daily basis;
- Maintaining case dockets and advising attorneys of due dates;
- Organizing and coordinating document retrieval and review projects;
- Performing basic legal and factual research;
- Assisting in the preparation of pleadings, exhibits, written discovery and production documents for motions, discovery, hearings and trials;
- Cite checking and proofreading pleadings and other documents;
- Overseeing and managing all aspects of a case from pre-litigation through trial and appeal;
- Ability to work independently with a strong attention to details; and
- Maintaining up-to-date time reports to ensure accurate client billing.
Salary Range: $80,000 – $125,000
Rothwell Figg is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Profit sharing
- Referral program
- Travel reimbursement
- Vision insurance
- Wellness program
Experience:
- IP litigation paralegal: 5 years (Required)
Location:
- Washington, DC 20001 (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Washington, DC 20001
