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: $45-$06 DOE