Senior Paralegal, IP Litigation

IP Disputes Paralegal Norton Rose Fulbright is hiring an IP Disputes Paralegal to join the Intellectual Property team. The ideal candidate will be efficient, multitask-oriented, independent, and a team player. The position is responsible for supporting lawyers engaged in IP disputes and litigation. Experience with arbitration and trial preparation/attendance is required. Responsibilities Understand litigation motion practice, discovery, trial, and appellate procedures and ability to administratively manage all phases of an IP litigation case. Knowledge of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods and procedures relating to infringement of IP rights. Ability to read and understand technical papers including patents, copyrights, and trademark secrets. Assist with trial preparation by drafting and organizing required documents and files. Efficiently manage document files including correspondence, court papers, case records, and materials produced in the discovery process. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple assignments under tight deadlines. E‑filing motions and other pleadings, including after‑hours filings. Thorough understanding of court rules and filing requirements. Experience gathering patent documents from USPTO databases and researching technical references. Online substantive research, filing, and other administrative duties, as assigned. Other duties. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of relevant patent paralegal experience. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, 9 years of relevant patent paralegal experience. Understanding of litigation procedures and patent‑related procedures, including IPRs and PGRs. Knowledge of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office post‑grant filing procedure. Experience managing large‑volume portfolios. Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, and Adobe Acrobat. Strong communication skills with the ability to interact well with people at all levels of the organization and some external parties. Demonstrate a positive attitude, strong judgement, initiative, integrity and be a dependable, highly motivated, team player. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and adapt quickly to changing priorities. Exercise sound judgement at all times and respond calmly and effectively in stressful situations. Flexibility to operate independently and in a team atmosphere with a high degree of accuracy, confidentiality, and professionalism. Ability to work overtime when required. Benefits Benefit packages include access to three medical plans, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Employees can also access pre‑tax benefits such as health savings and flexible spending accounts. Norton Rose Fulbright helps provide financial security by allowing employees to participate in a 401(k) savings plan and profit‑sharing plans if eligible. Full‑time employees are eligible to access fertility benefits designed to support fertility and family‑forming journeys. In addition to the Firm’s health and welfare benefits above, we offer a competitive paid time off plan, which provides a minimum of 20 days off based on your role and tenure with the firm. The firm offers a generous paid parental leave benefit allowing parents to take a minimum of 14 weeks of paid leave to bond with your newborn, or adopted child(ren). Employees are also entitled to 11 Firm holidays. Equal Opportunity Employer Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal laws and their implementing regulations that require the collection and recording of certain data and information. The information we receive will not be used to make any decision regarding employment and will be kept separate from your application. Similarly, self‑identification information is kept confidential and used only in accordance with applicable federal laws and regulations. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Norton Rose Fulbright is committed to providing reasonable accommodation as an Equal Opportunity Employer to applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance or accommodation to complete your application, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Please provide your contact information and a description of your accessibility issue. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case‑by‑case basis. E‑Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. This business uses E‑Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workforce. #J-18808-Ljbffr NRF United Kingdom