Paralegal – Patent Litigation (MEPTA)This is an exciting opportunity to work for one of the top law firms in the U.S.! Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is looking for a Paralegal – Patent Litigation (MEPTA) to join our team in our New York office. We offer a hybrid work engagement with two days of remote work, and three days in-office. This position supports attorneys in patent litigation and complex litigation matters.
The role requires a strong understanding of document management, factual research, coordination of case materials, and support of matter workflows.
Responsibilities encompass all phases of litigation, including managing discovery, maintaining litigation databases, preparing materials for hearings and trials, and coordinating trial logistics. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of the litigation process, strong organizational and analytical abilities, and proficiency in litigation support technology. The ideal candidate is a proactive, a problem-solver, and an individual with excellent interpersonal communication skills and a commitment to providing exceptional client service in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. At Davis Wright Tremaine, you will find challenging assignments, opportunities for professional growth and community involvement, and a culture of inclusion. DWT fosters inclusiveness and authenticity. Regardless of position, everyone here has a voice and the support is unparalleled.On a typical day you will:Provide paralegal support to attorneys through all phases of litigationManage all case materials, including all electronic files and database applicationsObtain from and filing with applicable Federal, State, and Local Courts and Agencies such as the District Court and before the USPTOLiaising with clients and opposing counsel as neededOrganize and maintain case files, calendars, databases, and e-discovery systems; coordinate with vendors and trial technology teamsAssist with witness preparation, trial logistics, settlement support, and legal research as neededMonitor case deadlines, correspondence, and filings to ensure compliance with court and agency requirementsAssist with motion practice, briefing, and filings in state and federal courts, as well as administrative and agency forumsAssist Attorney/Case Teams in preparing for depositions, trials, and arbitrations, as well as ensuring that day-to-day logistics, exhibits, courtroom technology, filings, and deadlines are proactively tracked, managed and completedFamiliarity with all forms and searching techniques in collecting, organizing, and maintaining patent-related resources and reference materialsCoordinate with in-house secretaries and docketing personnel to ensure that both calendar systems contain accurate and current information (both in Litigation Docket and IP Docketing platforms)Oversee creation, indexing, and continued maintenance of complex case files and document collectionsServe as the central point of communication for litigation teams, ensuring seamless coordination and information sharing across all matter and case-related tasksMaintain accurate and up-to-date calendar systems in collaboration with secretaries and docketing personnel to track important deadlines, court dates, and deliverablesAssist with the preparation, review, and proofreading of legal documents, filings, and agreements for accuracy, compliance, and alignment with jurisdictional standards. This includes proofreading legal memoranda for typographical and grammatical accuracy and verifying citations to legal authorities and evidence in compliance with The Bluebook and/or other court-specific requirementsProofread legal memoranda to identify and correct typographical and grammatical errors; check all citations to legal authorities and to the evidence for accuracy of citations and forms of citation consistent with The Bluebook and/or specific court requirements; verify history of cited cases and materialsCoordinate and manage court filings, either in paper or electronic form as determined by court requirementsPerform complex legal and fact research and analysis; retrieve and review documents from clients, other parties, and outside sources such as the Internet, public agencies, courts, and libraries, as well as case, statutory and/or regulatory law; prepare memoranda or summaries documenting researchManage the creation and maintenance of special collections of documents (including witness files, subject and issue files, experts' reliance documents, etc.)Prepare initial drafts of discovery requests and responses and other pleadings and memorandaAssist with and participate in collection of client and other parties' documents; manage detailed tracking of document collection; work with litigation support to ensure proper collection of electronic documents and filesConduct interviews of witnesses and custodian of recordsWork with litigation support to retain vendors, as needed, for all aspects of document production and review; conduct quality control assessment of work performed by third party vendorsDraft memoranda or other documents memorializing in detail the processes used in collecting and producing client documentsConduct initial review of client documents to determine responsiveness and relevance and to identify documents protected by attorney-client privilege, draft privilege logs and maintain samePerform complex database searches to locate and retrieve selected documentsPrepare exhibits for use at depositions and maintain a system to track marked exhibitsManage the collection and status of deposition transcripts; perform searches in the deposition full-text database; summarize deposition transcriptsAssist with trial, arbitration, mediation, or deposition proceedings (including, but not limited to the preparation of and maintenance of exhibit and witness lists; designations of deposition testimony; and the preparation of the trial briefsCoordinate logistics with court personnel and other counselFamiliarity with hearing board and/or trial/courtroom technology and presentation tools, helping to ensure seamless integration with courtroom personnel. Work with trial support vendor and/or internal litigation support staff to select, prepare, and operate courtroom technologyProvide on-site trial or hearing support as neededAssist attorneys at trial, arbitration, mediation, or deposition (e.g., track and manage trial exhibits, coordinate with witnesses, operate courtroom presentation tools, act as liaison with court personnel, and summarize trial testimony)Join us if you have:5+ years of paralegal experience, depending upon practice area and position availableBachelor's Degree and completion of paralegal program of study, or clear demonstration of equivalent knowledge and skillKnowledge of court and agency procedures and rulesHighly developed skills in time and task managementHighly developed attention to detail in striving for perfection in the firm's work product and client serviceAdvanced proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office computerized business applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook) for the creation and editing of complex documents, spreadsheets, and e-mailProficiency in the use of computerized legal research and document review/hosting databases, including but not limited to LexisNexis; Westlaw; PACER; Relativity; and IPRO, for performance of legal and fact research and effective management of complex eDiscovery, evidence, and case filesProficiency in the use of trial support software, like Trial Director and OnCue, very desirableExperience in supporting complex commercial litigation matters across multiple offices in multiple jurisdictions is preferredPost-college level writing and oral communication skillsAbility to communicate effectively and professionally with lawyers, clients and staffHigh degree of attention to detailFlexibility to work overtime and/or travel on occasionDavis Wright Tremaine LLP is an AmLaw 100 law firm with 9 offices nationwide. We are relentlessly committed to client service and look for candidates who share that commitment. At DWT, client service means having empathy for each client's and each lawyer's work and personal pressures, business objectives, and legal needs; anticipating their needs; and having the capabilities and commitment to deliver what matters most to them. What's in it For You? DWT offers competitive compensation in addition to ample benefits including but not limited to:Choice of health and vision insurance plans2 paid volunteer days for qualifying community service workDental planFertility and adoption benefitPaid sabbatical after 13 years of serviceTuition reimbursementCommuter benefitsRetirement contributionThis job description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. New York The annualized salary range for this position in New York City is $130,000 to $160,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.