Intellectual Property Litigation Paralegal

Intellectual Property Litigation Paralegal, Boston (Hybrid)

I am partnering with a highly regarded law firm on an Intellectual Property Litigation Paralegal opportunity in Boston. This role supports a sophisticated IP litigation practice with a strong emphasis on U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) and Section 337 matters , along with federal district court litigation.

This is a substantive, hands-on position for a paralegal who enjoys complex litigation, trial preparation, and working closely with attorneys on high-stakes matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Support complex ITC and federal district court litigation, including discovery, research, Markman hearings, and trial preparation
• Manage electronic and paper discovery, document productions, depositions, transcripts, and trial support
• Create and maintain databases, privilege logs, discovery files, and trial materials
• Coordinate large-scale document reviews, war rooms, and trial logistics
• Research case materials, court rules, expert testimony, and prior publications, and prepare summaries, timelines, and reports
• Obtain materials from vendors, clients, and government agencies, including the USPTO and ITC systems
• Assist with depositions, client meetings, expert preparation, and filings
• Prepare and file briefs and legal documents, including cite-checking, Bluebooking, Shepardizing, appendices, and e-filings
• Manage trial preparation and post-trial activities
• Stay current on rule changes, technology, and best practices in IP litigation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 4+ years of litigation experience, with patent and ITC experience strongly preferred
• Deep understanding of the litigation lifecycle
• Familiarity with USPTO and ITC practices and procedures
• Experience with document management and review tools such as Relativity, DeskSite, West Case Notebook, and TrialDirector
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage competing deadlines
• Professional, collaborative, and client-service oriented
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Discretion, integrity, and sound judgment required

Work Model

• Hybrid schedule, approximately 60% in office, 40% remote
• Flexibility for overtime and travel when needed

If you are an IP litigation paralegal with ITC and Section 337 exposure, or are looking to deepen your experience in this space, I would welcome a confidential conversation.

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