Temp IP Litigation Paralegal *NYC | ON-SITE*

We are looking for a detail-oriented IP Litigation Paralegal for a *FULLY ON-SITE* short-term contract with our client based in East Midtown, NYC. This short-term contract position for someone who can manage discovery activities, assist with trial readiness, and keep case materials organized through every stage of litigation. The ideal candidate is comfortable working in a fast-paced legal environment who maintains accuracy and efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct legal research using resources such as FDA, USPTO, PTAB, and PACER websites.

• Prepare materials and support logistics for depositions, hearings, mediations, trials, and other legal proceedings.

• Cite-check and proofread briefs, reports, declarations, and other legal documents, including Bluebook citations.

• Maintain case files, both electronic and physical, in accordance with firm procedures.

• Perform searches in document production databases, such as Relativity and Logikcull, and download relevant materials.

• Accurately and consistently track billable time.

• Perform additional duties as assigned. 

Qualifications:

• 2-3+ years of recent and direct proven experience as an IP Litigation Paralegal, preferably in a law firm or in-house legal department supporting intellectual property matters.

• Hands-on experience supporting all phases of IP litigation, including case management, discovery, deposition and trial preparation.

• Strong working knowledge of legal research resources, including USPTO, PTAB, PACER, FDA, and other applicable databases.

• Experience using litigation support and document review platforms such as Relativity, Logikcull, or similar tools.

• Proficiency in cite-checking, proofreading, and Bluebook citation formatting.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to maintain electronic and physical case files and manage competing priorities effectively.

• Ability to record billable time accurately and work successfully in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Compensation

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