Jobs at Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox (Now Hiring) — 7 open

Who are we?

Named for several years as a "great place" to work by The Washington Post and Washington Business Journal, Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox P.L.L.C. is proud to be one of the most highly regarded intellectual property specialty law firms in the world. We recognize that it is the talent and dynamism of each individual at Sterne Kessler that makes that possible. With that in mind, we have cultivated an environment that is welcoming, inclusive, and intellectually stimulating with just the right touch of fun and exuberance. We offer a competitive compensation package with excellent benefits and are Metro-accessible in a prime downtown location with many nearby restaurants and shops.

What do we need?

We are looking for a Manager, IP Litigation Paralegal Team that oversees the strategic and operational management of the Trial & Appellate Group (TAG) paralegal team. This is an exempt role that will aid in ensuring the delivery of high-quality legal support across all litigation matters, paralegal team professional development, and aligning paralegal resources with the firm’s broader litigation goals. This role will serve as a key liaison between attorneys, paralegals, and administrative leadership, driving efficiency, consistency, and excellence in legal support services. This position is hybrid from the D.C. area with 3 days in office highly preferred. We would expect travel to trial locations, depending on trial schedules.

How will you make an impact? 

What will you bring to the role? 

• Bachelor’s degree required; paralegal certification or advanced legal training preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of IP litigation paralegal experience.
• Advance knowledge of litigation procedures, discovery rules, trial preparation, and court filing systems.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage complex workflows, and drive operational excellence.
• Experience with litigation software (such as Relativity, CaseMap, Concordance, TrialDirector, PACER, CompuLaw, Case Notebook, IPRO (Eclipse), and FileSite, etc.).
• Proven experience managing trial logistics. Familiarity with case management and document management systems.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills required.  Demonstrated knowledge of meeting platforms such as MS Teams, Zoom and Webex.
• Experience in leading large-scale legal projects and teams from conception to completion, including defining scope, setting timelines, and managing budgets.
• Understanding of the legal tech landscape, including AI tools and cloud-based solutions, with the ability to evaluate and recommend new technologies.
• Ability to align paralegal functions with the firm's business objectives, using a strong understanding of profitability and client relations.
• Excellent communication, oral, written, and interpersonal skills; ability to influence persuasively and effectively with a collaborative orientation.
• Strong organization and project management skills, demonstrating a process improvement focus.

The good faith base salary range for this position is $160,000 to $180,000 per year. The actual salary rate offered to candidates within that range will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, years of relevant experience, education, and the candidate’s overall qualifications for the position as assessed by the Firm.  

To Apply 

Please include a resume and cover letter in your application materials.  

Sterne Kessler is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.