C&M Legal Search is hiring: Entry Level Paralegal in Washington

Overview

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Entry-Level Intellectual Property (IP) Litigation Paralegal to join their dynamic team. This role provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting attorneys in complex IP litigation matters, including patent, trademark, and copyright disputes. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree, a paralegal certification, and a strong interest in intellectual property law.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in all phases of IP litigation, including case intake, discovery, motion practice, trial preparation, and post-trial support.
• Conduct legal and factual research to support case strategy and filings.
• Draft, proofread, and cite-check legal documents, including pleadings, briefs, and discovery responses.
• Manage and organize case files, exhibits, and electronic databases.
• Assist with e-discovery, including document review, production, and maintaining privilege logs.
• Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and vendors as needed.
• Prepare deposition, hearing, and trial binders.
• Support attorneys during depositions, hearings, and trials, including managing exhibits and technology.
• Track deadlines, maintain case calendars, and ensure timely filings with courts and agencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Paralegal certification preferred (ABA-approved program preferred).
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Experience

• Prior internship or experience in litigation, IP law, or law firm setting is a plus, but not required.