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IP Legal Assistant

Direct Counsel

Litigation / IP Legal Assistant

Direct Counsel is seeking an experienced Litigation / IP Legal Assistant to support a top-tier law firm in Silicon Valley. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with a strong background in complex litigation and intellectual property matters, preferably within a large law firm environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage complex litigation matters from inception through trial and post-trial
  • Maintain and organize case files (physical and electronic), ensuring accuracy and accessibility
  • Track deadlines, filings, and court dates using docketing systems
  • Conduct legal and factual research utilizing Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER, and other research tools
  • Summarize transcripts, case law, statutes, and other legal materials to support case strategy
  • Draft and revise legal documents, including:
    • pleadings
    • discovery requests and responses
    • subpoenas
    • deposition summaries
    • pre-trial filings
  • Assist with deposition and trial preparation, including:
    • trial binders
    • exhibits
    • witness lists
  • Manage the discovery process, including collection, review, and production of electronically stored information (ESI)
  • Coordinate with vendors and internal legal technology teams on e-discovery platforms and tools
Qualifications
  • 5–7+ years of litigation legal assistant experience, ideally within an AmLaw or large law firm
  • Experience supporting IP litigation matters strongly preferred
  • Proficiency with legal research tools (Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER)
  • Experience with e-discovery platforms and document management systems
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • High attention to detail and ability to work independently

Competitive and commensurate with experience.

Hybrid: 4 days onsite; 1 WFH Range: $95K – $135K

Vacancy posted 1 day ago
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