About Us

Blank Rome is an Am Law 100 firm with 16 offices and nearly 750 attorneys who provide comprehensive legal and advocacy services to clients operating in the United States and around the world. Our professionals have built a reputation for their leading knowledge and experience across a spectrum of industries and are recognized for their commitment to pro bono work in their communities. Since our inception in 1946, Blank Rome’s culture has been dedicated to providing top-level service to all of our clients and has been rooted in the strength of our diversity and inclusion initiatives. Our commitment to our core values and dedication to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment, allows the firm to attract and retain the brightest in the industry.

Job Overview

Blank Rome is seeking an independent, personable and detailed Paralegal to support attorneys in the Intellectual Property and Technology department in delivering the highest level of service to internal and external clients for litigation matters in federal and state courts, as well as post grant proceedings at the Patent Office. As a contributing team member, the Paralegal is proactive in balancing multiple work demands, taking responsibility for the quality and timeliness of their work, and maintaining client and firm confidentiality.

This role has a hybrid working arrangement. Potential candidates must live within commuting distance of our Washington, DC office to be onsite 3 days per week. In this role, you will report to the Director of Paralegal Services.

Essential Functions

• Prepare and maintain (or oversee maintenance of) case files, indices, and chronologies.
• Monitor docket and alert attorneys to upcoming deadlines.
• Assemble and organize requested materials for attorney or client review.
• Manage cases by using computer applications, including databases (document review and file management systems), spreadsheets, word processing, and collaborative tools such as Microsoft Teams.
• Assist in the document production process, including reviewing materials for production and/or privilege, tagging and redaction, preparing privilege and redaction logs, and utilizing document review tools for the quality control of productions.
• Guide clients in defensible processes applying the rules of ESI preservation and collection.
• Utilize internet file transfer, FTP, document security/encryption, and best practices in client data management.
• Interact with eDiscovery vendors, supplying vendor management and quality control.
• Draft correspondence, memoranda, and pleadings.
• Coordinate preparation of motions and briefs including proofreading, cite-checking (if applicable), assembly of exhibits, filing and service.
• Perform investigative and background research, including witness location, and cases/legal authority gathering.
• Review and analyze documents, data, and depositions as required.
• Assist in preparation for depositions of fact/expert witnesses and attend depositions as needed.
• Assist with preparation for hearings and trials including managing documents for exhibits, preparing witness binders, coordinating deposition designations, reviewing and organizing materials, preparing electronic presentations, and coordinating with litigation support personnel.
• Coordinate trial set up including all trial work rooms, resources needed on-site at trial, and coordinating with any vendors used at trial.
• Provide proactive management of larger cases, including coordination of support efforts and preparing for upcoming events.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.
• Work additional hours as needed to fulfill job requirements.

The above essential functions represent the general nature and level of responsibilities for this position and is not intended to be an all-inclusive list. The firm may modify and amend any job description at any time in its sole discretion.

Skills/Qualifications

• 1+ year of paralegal experience, specifically in intellectual property litigation.
• Experience with matters before the ITC is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree, paralegal certification, or equivalent work experience required.
• Experience in a legal environment or professional services required.
• Certification and formal training in an eDiscovery (ACEDS, Relativity, NUIX, etc.), records management (ARMA), information governance, or data privacy areas preferred.
• Working knowledge of electronic filing in federal and state court and at the Patent Office for post grant proceedings.
• Hands-on experience or training with ESI tools and general knowledge of electronic discovery procedures and resources.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written) with the ability to develop positive working relationships (in-person and virtually).
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with effective organizational skills.
• Proven problem solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills. Unquestioned
• Unquestioned integrity and professionalism.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Proficient in web-based conference call/web-sharing applications.

General Expectations

• Promote positive work habits, including effective and timely communication, teamwork, and demonstrating respect for colleagues.
• Contribute to providing the highest quality of service to internal and external clients.
• Take appropriate initiative and ownership of job responsibilities while ensuring the assignments/job duties are performed successfully and on time.
• Understand and abide by firm policies and embrace firm values.
• Ability to maintain regular attendance and work regularly scheduled hours.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time, type, and handle light lifting (files, copy paper, etc.) in a professional office environment.
• Comply with safe work practices including compliance with the firm’s COVID-19 policies and safety measures.

EEO Statement

Blank Rome is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, marital or family status, or any other status protected by law.

Our core values of respect for the individual, the community, and the law are clearly demonstrated in our ability to recruit and develop a diverse group of exceptionally talented attorneys and professional staff who enable us to best serve our clients and our communities.