Ip Litigation Paralegal (houston)

Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP, an Am Law 50 firm, is seeking an IP Litigation Paralegal to join our Intellectual Property Practice Group in the Houston office. The Intellectual Property Litigation Paralegal will support patent litigation attorneys on cases from initial filing through trial and appeal. The role requires multitasking, managing, and prioritizing work in a fast‑paced environment where accuracy and high‑quality work product is mandatory. The candidate must have extensive patent litigation experience, including managing large patent cases, claim construction, and litigation before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board. Experience with cases filed in the U.S. District Courts in California, Texas, Delaware, Massachusetts, and other jurisdictions, as well as appeal cases before the Federal Circuit and the U.S. International Trade Commission for Section337 investigations, is required. Required Qualifications Minimum 4+ years of IP Litigation Paralegal experience working in a law firm. Ability to handle multiple projects with changing priorities while working independently in a fast‑paced environment. Strong working knowledge of filing in P‑TACTS, ECF Filing, USPTO Patent Center, and EDIS Filing. Ability to work overtime, evenings, and weekends, as needed. Excellent spelling, grammar, and punctuation skills. Strong attention to detail, prioritization, and time‑management skills to meet deadlines. Education and/or Experience A high school diploma or equivalent is required, plus substantial and relevant work experience. A bachelor’s degree or some college is preferred. License and Certification An ABA‑approved paralegal certification is required. Computer/Software Knowledge Proficiency in Windows 10, Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat Professional, Zoom, and Teams, and experience with a document management system. Ability to quickly learn new skills and systems is essential. Work Environment The current firm policy is hybrid—working in the office a minimum of 3 days per week and working from home the rest of the week (subject to change). Overtime may be required as job duties demand. #J-18808-Ljbffr