Litigation Paralegal

A global law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys handling sophisticated intellectual property matters, with a strong emphasis on trademark litigation and enforcement. This role is ideal for a detail‑oriented paralegal comfortable managing cases from pre‑litigation through trial and post‑judgment. This position is based in the San Francisco Bay Area, with offices in San Francisco and Walnut Creek.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys in complex intellectual property litigation, including trademark infringement, unfair competition, and related commercial disputes
• Prepare, file, and manage pleadings, motions, and briefs in state and federal courts
• Coordinate and manage discovery, including document collection, review, production, and e‑discovery platforms
• Draft and organize written discovery (interrogatories, requests for production, requests for admission)
• Assist with depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation (exhibits, witness binders, trial notebooks)
• Maintain detailed case timelines, docketing, and calendaring, including court deadlines and filing requirements
• Support TTAB proceedings, trademark oppositions, cancellations, and enforcement actions (if applicable)
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and vendors in a professional manner
• Conduct legal and factual research related to IP and trademark matters
• Assist with post‑trial filings, judgments, and enforcement activities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of paralegal experience in complex litigation, preferably with IP or trademark law exposure
• Strong understanding of federal and state court procedures
• Experience managing high‑volume discovery and complex case files
• Familiarity with trademark litigation, TTAB proceedings, or IP enforcement strongly preferred
• Proficiency with litigation and e‑discovery software (e.g., Relativity, Westlaw, Lexis, or similar)
• Exceptional organizational, time‑management, and multitasking skills
• Ability to work independently while supporting multiple attorneys and cases
• Paralegal certificate or equivalent experience preferred

What the Firm Offers

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Collaborative and professional team environment
• Exposure to high‑level, complex IP litigation matters
• Long‑term growth and stability with a respected practice