Overview
IP Specialist Litigation Jobs in Houston, Texas, USA at Direct Counsel
Position: IP Specialist with Litigation
An Amlaw 100 firm has an opening for an IP Specialist with litigation experience located in their Houston, TX office. This role could be considered for a hybrid work schedule.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Knowledge of Intellectual Property litigation rules and procedures, applicable regulatory and jurisdictional requirements, as well as keeps abreast of department guidelines.
Exceptional verbal and written skills, as well as administrative and management skills.
Exceptional typing skills; ability to draft and/or edit documents accurately and quickly.
Responsible for docketing and IP litigation management, including providing documents to docketing and DMS systems (Compu Law and iManage), as well as maintaining and updating files and client portals.
Effectively set priorities, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects.
Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task (i.e., calendaring, meeting coordination, timesheet entries, travel plans, file openings).
Create, edit, format, and proofread documents, memoranda, correspondence, spreadsheets, and presentations with the highest level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Prepare and circulate reporting letters to client(s) and/or outside counsel or vendors.
Critical thinker who works efficiently, using available technology and striving to make tasks easier and more efficient.
Other duties as assigned.
SKILLS
Exceptional attention to detail.
Professional verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple projects.
Proficient in Litigation Docketing and Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Coordinate project files, including drafting internal and external communications related to ongoing litigation tasks.
Draft and transmit legal documents, memoranda, and correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials by electronic filing, fax, email, mail, and/or messenger.
Assist in setting up review databases and archiving data as needed.
Analyze and generate reports from data, ensuring accurate and efficient data handling.
Draft basic search queries and collaborate with attorneys to identify relevant documents.
Conduct thorough Quality Checks (QC) on document productions to ensure accuracy.
Potential travel for assistance at depositions, mediations, and trials.
REQUIREMENTS
Current experience supporting IP Litigation practice.
3+ years IP Litigation experience, with Litigation Docket software knowledge, and within a law firm environment.
Prior experience with assisting in managing IP litigation trials.
High School diploma or equivalent. College degree preferred.
The budgeted salary range for this position is $85,000- $110,000 per year. Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and PTO.
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Title: IP Specialist Litigation
Company: Direct Counsel
Location: Houston, Texas, USA
Category: Law/Legal, Administrative/Clerical
