Kirkland & Ellis, LLP
Paralegal II - IP Litigation
Kirkland & Ellis, LLP, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Job ID:
7555Updated:
Jan 24, 2024Location:
Washington, DC, United StatesCategory:
ParalegalAbout Kirkland & EllisAt Kirkland & Ellis, we are united in our ambition and drive to move forward. We share core values that help us achieve excellence: collaboration, talent empowerment, service, inclusion, respect, and gratitude. Our people are our greatest asset, and we invest in the brightest talent and encourage a diversity of perspectives and strengths to create dynamic teams that operate at the pinnacle of their field. Our talented professionals show up every day knowing they will engage in meaningful work, continuous learning, and professional development.Essential Job FunctionsKirkland & Ellis LLP is seeking an experienced IP Litigation Paralegal. Typically one IP Litigation Paralegal is assigned to most IP litigation cases, particularly those that are large, complex, or multi-party actions. The Paralegals work with all of the attorneys on the matter from the commencement of the case through trial and is responsible for managing the flow of information and ensuring adherence to best practices. Successful Paralegals develop solid working relationships with senior partners and clients and continually find new and better ways of performing tasks and improving processes through the application of new technology.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
(This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented and changed as necessary.)Litigation Case Management
Interacts with vendors and directly with government agencies (e.g., Patent & Trademark Office, etc.) to obtain information and materials (e.g. certified patents; patent file histories and wrappers, etc.)Manages document production processes (e.g., hard copy, electronic, etc.)
Collects material from client, opposing parties, and third parties (hard copies, electronic data, physical evidence)Maintains chain of custodyWorks in all phases of the discovery process, from collection of documents from the client to the production of documents to other parties.
Works with the client and their in-house legal staff to collect relevant electronic and paper documents and data, as well as assists at client interviews and on-site document reviewsOnce documents and data are collected, designs and manages the document review process to help identify and track potentially responsive, confidential, and privileged materials
Designs and implements document review systemsCompiles information necessary to respond to interrogatories, document requests, and requests for admission served on their clientsPrepares privilege logsManages logistics of production of documents (e.g., hard copy, images, native, etc.)Manages the files ("case record") including a complete set of the correspondence, memos, pleadings, and client documents in a matterHelps monitor deadlines by creating and maintaining calendars of key dates
Qualifications & RequirementsThe ideal candidate will possess at least five years of IP Litigation Paralegal experience with a Bachelor's degree preferred.This position requires complex IP litigation experience. Specifically, the candidate is responsible for preparing for trials in various venues in the Federal court system. Other tasks include electronic court filing (ECF), managing large discovery requests and responses, creating and managing databases and imaging systems, and supervising paralegal teams. Experience with Copyright and Trademark Litigation is a plus.The candidate should also have experience managing out-of-town trial offices for cases that have gone to verdict.Additional qualifications include excellent analytical and superior organizational abilities, solid communication and management skills, creativity and initiative.Flexibility for travel and overtime required.Technologies/SoftwareThe candidate must have high-level experience with a range of litigation support applications including web-based platforms.WORK ENVIRONMENTThis job operates in a professional office environment.How to ApplyThank you for your interest in Kirkland & Ellis LLP. To complete an application and submit your resume, please click "Apply Now."Equal Employment OpportunityAll employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee's race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.Closing StatementThe www.kirkland.com job postings and recruiting mailbox are for candidates only. If you are a recruiter, search firm or employment agency, and do not have a signed contract with Kirkland & Ellis LLP ("K&E") and have not been asked specifically to submit candidates, you will not be compensated in any way for your referral of a candidate even if K&E hires the candidate. Direct contact with K&E employees in an attempt to present candidates is inappropriate and will be a factor in determining any future professional relationship with the Firm.
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7555Updated:
Jan 24, 2024Location:
Washington, DC, United StatesCategory:
ParalegalAbout Kirkland & EllisAt Kirkland & Ellis, we are united in our ambition and drive to move forward. We share core values that help us achieve excellence: collaboration, talent empowerment, service, inclusion, respect, and gratitude. Our people are our greatest asset, and we invest in the brightest talent and encourage a diversity of perspectives and strengths to create dynamic teams that operate at the pinnacle of their field. Our talented professionals show up every day knowing they will engage in meaningful work, continuous learning, and professional development.Essential Job FunctionsKirkland & Ellis LLP is seeking an experienced IP Litigation Paralegal. Typically one IP Litigation Paralegal is assigned to most IP litigation cases, particularly those that are large, complex, or multi-party actions. The Paralegals work with all of the attorneys on the matter from the commencement of the case through trial and is responsible for managing the flow of information and ensuring adherence to best practices. Successful Paralegals develop solid working relationships with senior partners and clients and continually find new and better ways of performing tasks and improving processes through the application of new technology.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
(This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented and changed as necessary.)Litigation Case Management
Interacts with vendors and directly with government agencies (e.g., Patent & Trademark Office, etc.) to obtain information and materials (e.g. certified patents; patent file histories and wrappers, etc.)Manages document production processes (e.g., hard copy, electronic, etc.)
Collects material from client, opposing parties, and third parties (hard copies, electronic data, physical evidence)Maintains chain of custodyWorks in all phases of the discovery process, from collection of documents from the client to the production of documents to other parties.
Works with the client and their in-house legal staff to collect relevant electronic and paper documents and data, as well as assists at client interviews and on-site document reviewsOnce documents and data are collected, designs and manages the document review process to help identify and track potentially responsive, confidential, and privileged materials
Designs and implements document review systemsCompiles information necessary to respond to interrogatories, document requests, and requests for admission served on their clientsPrepares privilege logsManages logistics of production of documents (e.g., hard copy, images, native, etc.)Manages the files ("case record") including a complete set of the correspondence, memos, pleadings, and client documents in a matterHelps monitor deadlines by creating and maintaining calendars of key dates
Qualifications & RequirementsThe ideal candidate will possess at least five years of IP Litigation Paralegal experience with a Bachelor's degree preferred.This position requires complex IP litigation experience. Specifically, the candidate is responsible for preparing for trials in various venues in the Federal court system. Other tasks include electronic court filing (ECF), managing large discovery requests and responses, creating and managing databases and imaging systems, and supervising paralegal teams. Experience with Copyright and Trademark Litigation is a plus.The candidate should also have experience managing out-of-town trial offices for cases that have gone to verdict.Additional qualifications include excellent analytical and superior organizational abilities, solid communication and management skills, creativity and initiative.Flexibility for travel and overtime required.Technologies/SoftwareThe candidate must have high-level experience with a range of litigation support applications including web-based platforms.WORK ENVIRONMENTThis job operates in a professional office environment.How to ApplyThank you for your interest in Kirkland & Ellis LLP. To complete an application and submit your resume, please click "Apply Now."Equal Employment OpportunityAll employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee's race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.Closing StatementThe www.kirkland.com job postings and recruiting mailbox are for candidates only. If you are a recruiter, search firm or employment agency, and do not have a signed contract with Kirkland & Ellis LLP ("K&E") and have not been asked specifically to submit candidates, you will not be compensated in any way for your referral of a candidate even if K&E hires the candidate. Direct contact with K&E employees in an attempt to present candidates is inappropriate and will be a factor in determining any future professional relationship with the Firm.
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