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Robert Half
Paralegal
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What they do
A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.
$67,487 / year median in Delaware
+8% projected growth
Job Description
We are looking for a detail-oriented Paralegal to support intellectual property litigation and related legal operations for a Long-term Contract position based in Newark, Delaware. This role will work closely with in-house attorneys and external counsel to organize case materials, manage discovery-related documentation, and assist with deposition and trial preparation. The ideal candidate brings strong litigation support experience, sound judgment when handling sensitive information, and the ability to coordinate effectively across legal and business teams.
Responsibilities:
- Partner with internal counsel and outside law firms to assemble records, business documents, and other materials needed for intellectual property disputes and active litigation matters.
- Organize confidential case files, prepare supporting exhibits, and respond to attorney requests for documentation tied to ongoing legal proceedings.
- Assist with Rule 30(b)(6) deposition readiness by coordinating witness materials, compiling exhibits, and facilitating review of testimony corrections for company representatives and employees.
- Draft and distribute legal hold notices, confidentiality-related communications, and other litigation support documents to help meet preservation and discovery obligations.
- Coordinate document collection efforts with internal stakeholders to support case strategy, discovery responses, and broader litigation preparation.
- Contribute to intellectual property enforcement activities by supporting trademark screening, reviewing potential infringement issues, and assisting with brand protection efforts.
- Experience supporting discovery activities in IP litigation matters.
- Working knowledge of litigation processes, including document management, exhibit preparation, and case coordination.
- Familiarity with deposition support, including preparation of materials for witnesses and counsel.
- Proficiency with case management software and legal document organization tools.
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with a high level of discretion.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work across legal and business teams.