Specialist Paralegal

Paul Hastings is a leading international law firm that provides innovative legal solutions to many of the world's top financial institutions and Fortune Global 500 companies. With a strong presence throughout the U.S., Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East, we have the global reach and extensive capabilities to provide personalized service wherever our clients’ needs take us. As one of the world’s leading law firms, we seek dynamic individuals who share our commitment to service, innovation, and professional growth.

Job Title

Specialist Paralegal (ITC)

Location

Washington, D.C.

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Job Description Summary

We have an opening for a Specialist Paralegal (ITC) in our Washington, DC office.

The Specialist Paralegal applies advanced ITC/IP Litigation knowledge of law and legal procedures to provide elite assistance to lawyers.

Job Description

In this capacity, the Specialist Paralegal will:

• Perform work in an efficient and cost-effective manner so as to permit the Firm to reasonably collect fees for such work;
• Meet expectations of billable hours target of 1,725 (unless otherwise specified);
• Under the supervision of an attorney, coordinate, organize, prepare and interpret complex legal documents related to IP matters; build and maintain relevant databases and files; file documents and provide copies to relevant parties;
• Organize, review, and maintain IP documents and case files as well as compile documents for filing at courts and agencies, including the International Trade Commission (“ITC”);
• Coordinate productions of documents with attorneys, as well as conduct searches on e-discovery databases such as Relativity for relevant documents;
• Assist attorneys with preparation of materials for depositions;
• Perform factual research on internal and external databases and libraries;
• Coordinate trial preparation; attend trial and provide support to attorneys at Court and agency hearings; coordinate logistics, including local/remote set-up and travel arrangements;
• Partner and coordinate with internal resources and outside vendor services; direct work and train team members;
• Coordinate with other areas/departments of the Firm where overlap exists to develop efficient procedures/communications to streamline processes and satisfy various department needs;
• Work overtime as required; travel as required; and
• Handle additional related projects as assigned.

Proficiencies:

• Expert proficiency in the preparation of motions in limine, jury instructions, verdict forms, and additional pleadings;
• Expert proficiency in the preparation of witness lists, exhibits, and trial binders;
• Extensive trial experience, including experience with the ITC (required);
• Advanced to Expert proficiency in MS Outlook and web-based conference call/web-sharing applications;
• Advanced to Expert proficiency in MS Word and document editing/comparison applications;
• Advanced to Expert proficiency in MS Excel and spreadsheet/database applications;
• Advanced to Expert proficiency in MS PowerPoint and presentation applications;
• Expert proficiency with transcript management applications (LiveNote);
• Advanced proficiency in online research and internet search resources (Lexis Nexis/Westlaw), as well as utilizing PACER, EDIS, and the USPTO websites;
• Expert knowledge of Firm and Litigation practice-area-specific procedures and terminology, specifically with a focus on IP matters;
• Expert knowledge of relevant jurisdictional/court/agency processes and procedures;
• Expert knowledge of timekeeping and expense reporting applications; and
• Expert knowledge of legal billing processes.

Qualifications:

• At least 10 years of Litigation Paralegal experience (required);
• At least 7 years of relevant IP Litigation experience (required);
• Arbitration/trial experience (required);
• Appellate practice experience (preferred); and
• Bachelor’s Degree (required).

​SEARCH FIRM SUBMISSIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS ROLE.

The salary wage range for Washington, D.C. that we expect to pay for this position is a minimum of $110,000 and a maximum of $170,000 annually. The actual pay wage may vary based on experience or other relevant factors.

Employees will be provided with an excellent career opportunity in a collaborative environment, in addition to a generous total compensation package with the opportunity to earn bonuses based on individual contribution and firm profitability.

Eligible employees can participate in the Firm’s comprehensive benefits program, which include the following:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Long Term Care, and Short- and Long-Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account

• Healthcare Concierge and Advocacy

• Lifestyle Spending Account

• Voluntary 401(k) Plan and Profit Sharing

• 10 Paid Holidays per year and a generous PTO Program

• Family Support including Paid Parental Leave, Fertility Benefits, Breast Milk Shipping, Back-up Child Care, Elder Care, and Tutoring

• Wellbeing programs (Employee Assistance Program, Relationship Support, Mental Health, Menopause and Midlife Health and Well-Being Events)

• Retirement Plan Consulting

• Anniversary Bonus Program

• Professional Development Programs

• Transportation and Commuter Benefits

• International Travel Insurance

• Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Insurance

• Auto/Home/Pet Insurance

• Prepaid Legal Insurance

• Employee Discounts

• And More!

The Firm fosters an open and inclusive work environment that enables us to provide clients with the innovative thinking of teams rich in talent, experience and creativity. We regularly host programs intended to increase cultural competencies and address key topics related to community, opportunity and inclusion. Learn more about our Global Inclusion initiatives here: Global Inclusion

Paul Hastings is an equal opportunity employer. Pursuant to applicable local law, we will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the relevant fair chance ordinance.