IP Litigation Practice Assistant - Detroit, United States - The Phoenix Group

Description

• Assist IP litigation attorneys with preparing pleadings, discovery, and court filings.
• Manage electronic filings in Federal and Appeals Courts.
• Prepare and file post-grant patent proceedings and trademark proceedings.
• Support filings with the International Trade Commission for unfair import investigations.
• Prioritize assignments and prepare sensitive correspondence and reports.
• Draft routine and non-routine correspondence and legal documents.
• Conduct PACER searches, calendar litigation dates, and maintain attorney calendars.
• Provide trial support, including creating Table of Authorities, preparing deposition summaries, and maintaining litigation binders.
• Proofread and edit documents for accuracy.
• Answer and screen phone calls, and greet and screen visitors.
• Organize and maintain well-structured files and client documents.
• Prepare billing records and enter attorney time.
• Perform general office duties such as document distribution and assembly.
• Maintain confidentiality and foster positive relationships with internal and external contacts.

• At least 7 years of prior work experience as a litigation legal secretary.
• College degree or equivalent work experience required.
• Proven experience with litigation work in Federal Courts.
• Experience with PTAB, TTAB, and ITC matters is preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, especially Word and Outlook, as well as electronic court filing software.
• Advanced computer skills, including word processing, redlining, and footnotes.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• High-level communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, maintain confidentiality, and manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.