IP Litigation Legal Assistant; Del Mar

Position: IP Litigation Legal Assistant (Del Mar) Location: Del Mar

Overview

Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton , a global Am Law 100 firm, is seeking an IP Litigation Legal Assistant. We are open to candidates in the following offices: Los Angeles, Century City, Orange County, San Diego (Del Mar), San Diego (Downtown), Silicon Valley, and San Francisco. Sheppard is hiring an experienced, well-organized IP Litigation Practice Specialist to support IP litigation attorneys and paralegals in all aspects of patent litigation and PTAB filings. This includes assisting with daily workflow regarding procedures, deadlines, filings and related documentation in federal courts and PTAB. The job requires extensive knowledge of patent litigation, trial procedures, federal, state and appellate court rules and procedures. Technical, organizational, and administrative skills are necessary to handle the variety of duties and responsibilities outlined below. The position handles multiple projects, often in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, requiring prioritization and flexibility. Collaboration with firm personnel at all levels is integral to the role.

Responsibilities

• Support IP litigation attorneys and paralegals in all aspects of patent litigation and PTAB filings.
• Assist with daily workflow regarding procedures, deadlines, filings, and related documentation in federal courts and PTAB.
• Manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment with prioritization and flexibility.
• Collaborate with firm personnel at all levels to coordinate tasks and deadlines.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 1-3+ years of litigation experience in a law firm.
• Experience with document productions and e-discovery.
• Strong working knowledge of Federal Courts rules and procedures.
• Extensive knowledge of litigation (e-filings), trial procedures, and federal and state court procedures and rules.
• Strong working knowledge of P-TACTS.
• Ability to handle multiple projects with changing priorities while working independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work overtime, evenings, and weekends, as needed.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Possess excellent spelling, grammar, and punctuation skills.
• Strong attention to detail, ability to prioritize tasks, and excellent time management skills to meet deadlines.

Education A high school diploma or equivalent is required, plus substantial and relevant work experience. A bachelor's degree or some college is preferred. Computer/Software Knowledge Must have proficiency in Windows 11, Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, Zoom, and Teams, and experience working with a document management system. Must be able to quickly learn new skills and systems.

Work Environment

• Working indoors with limited exposure to hazards (only those that customarily come up with working in a high-rise building).
• Indoor office work environment in a cubical or workstation.
• The current Firm policy is hybrid–working in the office a minimum of 3 days per week and working from home the rest of the week (subject to change).
• Overtime may be required as the job duties demand.

California: The salary range for this position is $26.00 - $62.00 per hour. Sheppard is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, protected medical condition, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply tot his job Apply To this Job