• to $125,000 as a base salary and generous bonus - Pharmaceutical Exp. A+
• Well paid overtime
• Full firm paid health with defined benefits plans 
• 401K w/match 
• Transportation program 
• Extensive firm amenities 
• Generous PTO 
• One of America's top employers for quality of life work environment

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: 

The legal assistant works with all of the attorneys on the matter from the beginning through trial, arbitration, or ITC, managing the flow of information and ensuring adherence to best practices

• Work in all phases of the discovery process, from collection of documents from the client to the production of documents to other parties. 
• Prepare for depositions by arranging the preparation of witness files, compiling and organizing exhibits, and arranging the technical logistics with court reporting agencies.  Research prior testimony and publications, and track materials sent to the experts.  Manage deposition transcripts and exhibits, and maintain searchable computer databases of testimony.
• Work with the attorneys during the briefing process by checking the legal and fact cites, and ensuring proper formatting style.  Responsible for assembling and organizing the exhibits and supporting documents as well as arranging for filing with the court and serving on all parties.
• In preparation for trial, work with the attorneys, experts, and client to identify and compile potential trial exhibits, generate trial exhibit lists, and track objections to both parties exhibits.  Prepare deposition designations, and compile Pretrial Orders and other submissions.  Coordinate the scheduling of witnesses for preparation and testimony.  Work with trial consultants on graphics, linking deposition videos and other demonstratives, and coordinate courtroom logistics with courthouse personnel. 
• At trial, the legal assistant team prepares materials for each day’s examinations, tracks the use and admission of exhibits, tracks and reviews witness testimony, and delivers and picks up all materials at the courtroom each day.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Litigation Case Management

• Obtains information and materials from IP vendors and government agencies, such as the US Patent & Trademark Office
• Certified patents
• Patent file histories and wrappers
• Manages document production processes - hard copy, electronic, etc.
• Collects material from client, opposing parties, and third parties (hard copies, electronic data, physical evidence)
• Maintains chain of custody
• Prepares and maintains the tracking log of materials received and produced through the discovery process
• Designs and implements document review systems
• Prepares privilege logs
• Manages logistics of production of documents - hard copy, images, native
• Substantive Research
• Analyzes documents and materials
• Performs factual research
• Compiles information into charts, graphs and timelines
• Researches prior testimony and publications of opposing experts
• Researches rules of procedure for relevant court venues, and assures adherence thereto
• Coordinates preparation and filing of briefs and legal documents
• Drafts routine filings (e.g. attorney appearances, notices of filings, notices of motions)
• Legal cite checking, shepardizing (Westlaw, Lexis)
• Compiles appendices and exhibits
• Blue Book formatting, application of local rules
• Prepares and submits electronic court filings
• Interacts with outside entities (clients, government agencies, expert witnesses, consultants, other law firms, opposing parties, court personnel, etc.)
• Manages litigation support systems
• Databases (Concordance, Summation, Access, etc)
• Transcript management systems (LiveNote)
• Manages preparation for witnesses and depositions
• Manages preparation of witness & subject files
• Assists in preparation of witness outlines
• Manages technical logistics for depositions (remote hookups, electronic transcripts, videography, synchronization)
• Manages trial preparation and trial support
• Compiles and tracks trial exhibits
• Prepares pretrial documents
• Sets up and manages trial offices and trial support (e.g. remote office setup and logistics)

At least 6+ years IP experience in a large law firm

At least 3+ years litigation experience 

At least 2 trial, and several hearings (Markman, summary judgment, preliminary injunction )

Must have knowledge of district court procedures and ITC procedures 

Bachelor’s degree required. Travel and overtime may be required

Any phamacutical experience or exposure is a plus. Thank you.

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