Litigation Support Manager

Litigation Support Manager – Patent Litigation

We are seeking an experienced Litigation Support Manager to join a highly regarded Patent Litigation team at a leading law firm. This is a fantastic opportunity to support one of the largest and most highly ranked patent litigation practices in the UK, working closely with a dedicated team of partners, associates, and paralegals to deliver excellent service on high-profile cases.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive project management for the firm’s largest litigation cases, ensuring court timetables are set and deadlines are met.
• Act as the primary liaison with courts, counsel’s clerks, and manage the filing, listing, and document processes.
• Assist with costs budgeting and reporting, ensuring compliance with deadlines and client expectations.
• Oversee the management of disclosure, document management (including e-bundles), and trial bundles.
• Coordinate activities across the team, including trainees, paralegals, and associates.
• Contribute to the firm’s knowledge management by monitoring legislative changes, updating policies, and managing litigation know-how.
• Train and coach paralegals, trainees, and other team members on litigation processes and document management.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience in litigation support, ideally within patent litigation.
• Strong project management skills with experience in managing large-scale litigation cases.
• Excellent organisational skills with a meticulous approach to deadlines and document management.
• Ability to work closely with a team while also managing independent responsibilities.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to liaise with senior lawyers and external stakeholders.

Take the Next Step:

If you’re excited by this opportunity and want to learn more, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application, or for a more detailed discussion, reach out to Chris Simmonds at [email protected] or call 07947857473.