Steptoe LLP
Steptoe LLP is seeking a Senior Paralegal to support the Intellectual Property group lawyers and assist in the management of complex IP cases in federal courts and before agencies. The role involves 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 with state and federal e‑filing platforms is preferred.
Legal Research and Analysis Conduct legal research using online and offline resources such as Westlaw, LexisNexis, and PACER. 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. Perform Bluebook citation checks 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 involving large volumes of data. Utilize automated e‑Discovery review systems such as Relativity, CaseMap/TimeMap, and West Case Notebook. Assist in conducting investigations, 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 the 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 7–10 years of experience required.
Success Factors Attention to detail and accuracy in complex projects. Proficiency in research and analysis to support informed decision‑making. Strong communication skills and clear presentation of information. Critical thinking and systematic problem‑solving abilities. Teamwork and collaboration with project teams. Excellent work ethic, punctuality, and dedication to timely completion of tasks.
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.
The anticipated base salary for this position is $105,000 – $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.
Steptoe LLP is an equal opportunity employer EOE/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. 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 with state and federal e‑filing platforms is preferred.
Legal Research and Analysis Conduct legal research using online and offline resources such as Westlaw, LexisNexis, and PACER. 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. Perform Bluebook citation checks 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 involving large volumes of data. Utilize automated e‑Discovery review systems such as Relativity, CaseMap/TimeMap, and West Case Notebook. Assist in conducting investigations, 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 the 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 7–10 years of experience required.
Success Factors Attention to detail and accuracy in complex projects. Proficiency in research and analysis to support informed decision‑making. Strong communication skills and clear presentation of information. Critical thinking and systematic problem‑solving abilities. Teamwork and collaboration with project teams. Excellent work ethic, punctuality, and dedication to timely completion of tasks.
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.
The anticipated base salary for this position is $105,000 – $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.
Steptoe LLP is an equal opportunity employer EOE/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. 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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