Steptoe LLP
Senior Paralegal, IP Litigation
Steptoe LLP is seeking a Senior Paralegal to support litigation lawyers and assist in the management of complex litigation cases. Responsibilities include case preparation, document management, legal research, and trial support.
Essential Functions Case Management
Collaborate with lawyers to manage and organize litigation cases from inception to conclusion.
Maintain and update case files, including pleadings, discovery documents, correspondence, expert reports, and exhibits.
Prepare and manage case timelines, calendars, and deadlines to ensure compliance.
Coordinate with external parties, such as clients, witnesses, experts, vendors, and opposing counsel, as necessary.
Familiarity and experience with state and federal e‑filing platforms preferred.
Legal Research and Analysis
Conduct legal research using various online and offline resources (including Westlaw, LEXIS, and PACER) to gather relevant information.
Analyze legal issues, court rules, statutes, regulations, and case precedents to support case strategy and decision‑making.
Summarize and present research findings to lawyers in a clear and concise manner.
Document Management
Draft, proofread, and edit legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and affidavits.
Bluebook and cite briefs and prepare tables of authorities using Best Authority.
Assist with the preparation and filing of court documents, ensuring adherence to court rules and e‑filing procedures.
Organize and maintain electronic document databases, ensuring confidentiality and easy retrieval of documents.
Discovery and Investigation
Assist in the preparation and response to discovery requests, including document productions and interrogatories.
Coordinate and manage document review processes, often involving large volumes of data.
Utilize automated eDiscovery review systems including Relativity, CaseMap/TimeMap, and West Case Notebook, among others.
Assist in conducting investigations, including locating and interviewing witnesses, and gathering relevant evidence.
Trial Support
Assist lawyers in preparing for and attending trials, hearings, and depositions.
Organize and prepare trial exhibits, witness lists, and other trial‑related materials.
Provide on‑site support during trials, including managing exhibits, coordinating witnesses, and assisting with courtroom technology.
Time Recording
Enter time spent on tasks on a daily basis into the firm’s time entry system.
Meet or exceed annual billing hours requirement as established by the Senior Manager.
Nonessential Functions
Provide back‑up coverage for other paralegals as needed.
Assist with pro‑bono and business development projects.
Complete other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required.
Paralegal certificate from an ABA‑approved school preferred.
At least 7 years of experience required.
Success Factors
Attention to detail: avoid common mistakes; complete complex projects and tasks without error.
Research and analysis: proficiency enabling informed decision‑making, innovative problem‑solving, and superior client service.
Communication: convey goals and objectives clearly; listen effectively; ensure open communication with project team, stakeholders, and supervisors.
Critical thinking & problem solving: evaluate alternatives and find solutions using a systematic, multi‑step approach; develop improvements and innovations to enhance performance.
Teamwork: work well with others on projects requiring input and cooperation.
Excellent work ethic: ensure timely completion of work, maintain attendance and punctuality, and be available beyond normal hours as needed.
Work Environment
Available to work in the office 9:00 – 5:30 pm Monday through Friday.
Hybrid work arrangements may be available for this position.
Non‑smoking environment.
Available to work beyond regular hours when necessary.
Available to travel as required, on short notice, to various firm offices, courthouses, or other locations in support of the firm’s clients.
Factors for Promotion Consideration
Critical thinking & problem solving: consistently recognize problems or situations that are new or without clear precedent; evaluate alternatives and find solutions; develop improvements and innovations to enhance performance.
Initiative and creativity: identify areas for improvement within personal responsibilities, group, department, and firm; develop unique approaches to address existing challenges and positively affect attorney productivity, client service, and overall fiscal health.
Assumes ownership of cases and tasks, and has a demonstrated history of working productively in a team environment.
Compensation The anticipated base salary range for this position is $85,000 to $120,000. The actual base salary offered will be dependent upon the applicant’s experience and qualifications, as well as other job‑related factors, including but not limited to relevant skills, education, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, geographic location.
Steptoe offers a full range of benefits for you and your eligible dependents. Benefits currently include medical, dental, vision, life, disability, dependent care, health care flexible spending accounts, 401K plan, profit sharing, paid time‑off, and a robust wellness program.
Equal Opportunity Employer Steptoe LLP is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, or any basis proscribed by applicable statutes.
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Essential Functions Case Management
Collaborate with lawyers to manage and organize litigation cases from inception to conclusion.
Maintain and update case files, including pleadings, discovery documents, correspondence, expert reports, and exhibits.
Prepare and manage case timelines, calendars, and deadlines to ensure compliance.
Coordinate with external parties, such as clients, witnesses, experts, vendors, and opposing counsel, as necessary.
Familiarity and experience with state and federal e‑filing platforms preferred.
Legal Research and Analysis
Conduct legal research using various online and offline resources (including Westlaw, LEXIS, and PACER) to gather relevant information.
Analyze legal issues, court rules, statutes, regulations, and case precedents to support case strategy and decision‑making.
Summarize and present research findings to lawyers in a clear and concise manner.
Document Management
Draft, proofread, and edit legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and affidavits.
Bluebook and cite briefs and prepare tables of authorities using Best Authority.
Assist with the preparation and filing of court documents, ensuring adherence to court rules and e‑filing procedures.
Organize and maintain electronic document databases, ensuring confidentiality and easy retrieval of documents.
Discovery and Investigation
Assist in the preparation and response to discovery requests, including document productions and interrogatories.
Coordinate and manage document review processes, often involving large volumes of data.
Utilize automated eDiscovery review systems including Relativity, CaseMap/TimeMap, and West Case Notebook, among others.
Assist in conducting investigations, including locating and interviewing witnesses, and gathering relevant evidence.
Trial Support
Assist lawyers in preparing for and attending trials, hearings, and depositions.
Organize and prepare trial exhibits, witness lists, and other trial‑related materials.
Provide on‑site support during trials, including managing exhibits, coordinating witnesses, and assisting with courtroom technology.
Time Recording
Enter time spent on tasks on a daily basis into the firm’s time entry system.
Meet or exceed annual billing hours requirement as established by the Senior Manager.
Nonessential Functions
Provide back‑up coverage for other paralegals as needed.
Assist with pro‑bono and business development projects.
Complete other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required.
Paralegal certificate from an ABA‑approved school preferred.
At least 7 years of experience required.
Success Factors
Attention to detail: avoid common mistakes; complete complex projects and tasks without error.
Research and analysis: proficiency enabling informed decision‑making, innovative problem‑solving, and superior client service.
Communication: convey goals and objectives clearly; listen effectively; ensure open communication with project team, stakeholders, and supervisors.
Critical thinking & problem solving: evaluate alternatives and find solutions using a systematic, multi‑step approach; develop improvements and innovations to enhance performance.
Teamwork: work well with others on projects requiring input and cooperation.
Excellent work ethic: ensure timely completion of work, maintain attendance and punctuality, and be available beyond normal hours as needed.
Work Environment
Available to work in the office 9:00 – 5:30 pm Monday through Friday.
Hybrid work arrangements may be available for this position.
Non‑smoking environment.
Available to work beyond regular hours when necessary.
Available to travel as required, on short notice, to various firm offices, courthouses, or other locations in support of the firm’s clients.
Factors for Promotion Consideration
Critical thinking & problem solving: consistently recognize problems or situations that are new or without clear precedent; evaluate alternatives and find solutions; develop improvements and innovations to enhance performance.
Initiative and creativity: identify areas for improvement within personal responsibilities, group, department, and firm; develop unique approaches to address existing challenges and positively affect attorney productivity, client service, and overall fiscal health.
Assumes ownership of cases and tasks, and has a demonstrated history of working productively in a team environment.
Compensation The anticipated base salary range for this position is $85,000 to $120,000. The actual base salary offered will be dependent upon the applicant’s experience and qualifications, as well as other job‑related factors, including but not limited to relevant skills, education, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, geographic location.
Steptoe offers a full range of benefits for you and your eligible dependents. Benefits currently include medical, dental, vision, life, disability, dependent care, health care flexible spending accounts, 401K plan, profit sharing, paid time‑off, and a robust wellness program.
Equal Opportunity Employer Steptoe LLP is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, or any basis proscribed by applicable statutes.
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