Location: Boston, MA or New York, NY | Hybrid
Salary Range: $130K-$150K | Non-exempt
Schedule: Monday-Friday | 9-5
Overview:
An industry-leading law firm is hiring a highly experienced Senior Intellectual Property Litigation Paralegal to join its dynamic practice. This is an exciting opportunity to work on high-impact ITC and patent litigation cases with a nationally recognized team.
The firm has been consistently ranked among the Best Law Firms in America and has received a perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Corporate Equality Index for 16 consecutive years, showcasing its commitment to inclusion, equity, and diversity.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree
- 7+ years of experience in intellectual property litigation, specifically in ITC litigation and patent law
- Proven ability to manage high-volume, deadline-driven work in a fast-paced legal environment
- Knowledge of USPTO and ITC litigation practices
- Expertise using litigation technology tools such as DeskSite, Relativity, West Case Notebook, and TrialDirector
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Strong organizational skills, high attention to detail, and a commitment to high-quality work
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
- Professionalism, discretion, and integrity when handling confidential matters
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint); ability to learn new tools quickly
- Flexibility to work overtime and travel when needed
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead complex IP litigation case management in ITC and federal district court settings
- Manage paper and electronic discovery, including the use of advanced litigation support software
- Prepare for and attend trials, Markman hearings, depositions, and client meetings
- Draft, format, and file legal documents, including briefs and discovery materials
- Conduct legal research, manage timelines, summarize findings, and maintain detailed reports
- Coordinate logistics for depositions, war rooms, and trial exhibits
- Communicate effectively with attorneys, clients, witnesses, vendors, and experts
- Stay current with changes in ITC, USPTO, federal, and state court rules and procedures
- Mentor and provide guidance to junior paralegals
- Support post-trial matters and ongoing litigation needs
Why Join This Firm?
Apply for a chance to step into a key role within a nationally acclaimed IP litigation team. You’ll work on high-stakes cases involving cutting-edge legal issues and collaborate with top-tier attorneys. If you’re looking to elevate your career and contribute to a firm known for both legal excellence and an inclusive, people-first culture, apply today.
Founded in 1969, JOHNLEONARD, a woman-owned business, is the premier staffing choice in Boston and beyond. We provide Temporary/Contract, Direct Hire, Temp-to-Hire, and Payroll services as part of our comprehensive service offerings. JOHNLEONARD is an equal opportunity employer committed to representation, belonging, and accessibility in the workplace. All applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
