Intellectual Property Litigation Paralegal

Gilead

  • Foster City, CA
  • $109,650-141,900 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 17 days ago
At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.Job DescriptionGilead is seeking a Paralegal to join its dynamic Legal Department. This position primarily supports attorneys on the US Intellectual Property Litigation Team, who are responsible for managing all disputes related to Gilead’s IP. This position will also support attorneys and partner with paralegals in the broader Litigation and Investigations team. Reporting to the Head of US IP Litigation, the successful candidate will be a self-starter and able to work independently and collaboratively in teams. This role will be based in Foster City, CA. It is not remote.Basic Qualifications:High School and Six Years’ ExperienceORAssociate Degree and Five Years’ ExperienceORBachelor's Degree and Four Years’ ExperienceORMasters' Degree and Two Years’ ExperiencePreferred Qualifications:Job Requirements
  • Ability to work collaboratively and effectively in a team environment and solve problems independently with minimal supervision.
  • Excellent organizational skills and initiative as well as the ability to perform in a fast-paced, deadline-intensive environment.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with strong communication skills, including tact, diplomacy, and professionalism.
  • Support e-Discovery for all US IP Litigation matters, including legal hold implementation and cross-functional collaboration with departments across the company to identify, collect and review relevant records for review and production. The ideal candidate should have proficiency in eDiscovery platforms, including Relativity.
  • Manage and organize case files, track deadlines, and maintain organized records of all case-related information.
  • Prepare, compile, organize, and maintain team files, including internal knowledge share libraries, matter chart, expert database, and settlement agreements.
  • Track conflicts and waiver requests.
  • Compile and prepare documents for attorney working files (i.e., creating case binders as needed).
  • Handle new matter creation, including engagement letters, setting up billing and budgets with outside counsel.
  • Conduct legal research to support attorneys’ case strategy (IPD Analytics, LexisNexis, WestLaw).
  • Work with IP Litigation team, legal operations, and broader Litigation & Investigations teams for matter and department management initiatives, including budget support.
  • Management of outside vendor relationships and other project management.
  • This role also involves administrative responsibilities including: creating email distribution lists, new hire onboarding checklist, IT requests, scanning, printing, and copying assistance, conference room reservations, planning team building events, scheduling meetings, file storage.
Skills and Knowledge
  • Typically requires a BS or BA degree, paralegal certification, and minimum 5 years of relevant experience.
  • Recent experience supporting active patent litigation throughout prelitigation, settlement, and trial or arbitration hearing stages.
  • This position requires demonstration of Gilead’s core values: Teamwork, Accountability, Excellence, Integrity, and Inclusion.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, SharePoint, Lexis, Westlaw, and IPD Analytics. Must be comfortable learning new information technology systems.
  • Experience with legal software commonly used in a legal environment, e.g., Docket Navigator, TeamConnect, Persuit, Relativity, and/or iManage, is a plus.
  • The position requires independently taking ownership for work product and a strong attention to detail.
  • Experience working in-house at a pharmaceutical or biotech company is a plus.
  • Experience with domestic and/or foreign patent litigation or prosecution is a plus.
  • Experience obtaining notarization and legalization of documents is a plus.
People Leader Accountabilities
  • Create Inclusion - knowing the business value of diverse teams, modeling inclusion, and embedding the value of diversity in the way they manage their teams.
  • Develop Talent - understand the skills, experience, aspirations, and potential of their employees and coach them on current performance and future potential. They ensure employees are receiving the feedback and insight needed to grow, develop, and realize their purpose.
  • Empower Teams - connect the team to the organization by aligning goals, purpose, and organizational objectives and holding them to account. They provide the support needed to remove barriers and connect their team to the broader ecosystem.
The salary range for this position is: $109,650.00 - $141,900.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.For additional benefits information, visit:
  • Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.
For jobs in the United States:Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact for assistance.For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the poster.Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team.Gilead provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion.For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors:Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.

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