Paralegal - IP

Posted Friday, January 23, 2026 at 5:00 AM

We offer our professional staff the opportunity to take their careers as far as they can envision. Through innovative workplace programs and initiatives, we continually invest in their growth and development as employees and as people. We reward exemplary professional efforts at every level of the firm.
Interested applicants may apply for open positions using the link below. You are not considered an applicant unless you apply online using this site. We only accept applications for open positions and do not accept general inquiries.

Carlton Fields is seeking a Paralegal for its Tampa office.

AmLaw firm seeks experienced Intellectual Property (IP) litigation paralegal. The IP Litigation Paralegal supports attorneys in delivering the highest level of service to internal and external clients alike with a focus on federal court litigation, US Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) adversarial proceedings, and other matters. As a contributing team member, the IP Litigation Paralegal is pro‑active in balancing multiple work demands, taking personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of his/her work and maintaining client and Firm confidentiality.

• Support litigation activities in federal and state courts, including preparing pleadings, docketing, filing, drafting case summaries, coordinating document discovery, drafting discovery responses, and supporting the trial preparation process
• Prepare, proofread, and file pleadings, motions, and briefs using electronic filing systems (CM/ECF and PACER)
• Prepare exhibits, appendices, and binders for filings, hearings, and trials
• Support Patent Office adversarial proceedings such as TTAB cancellation and opposition proceedings, and UDRP proceedings
• Maintain case calendars, deadlines, and litigation dockets
• Organize, track, and manage large volumes of documents, including technical materials and prior art references
• Coordinate document collection, processing, and production with internal teams and vendors
• Manage eDiscovery platforms (Relativity) and perform document review and prepare deposition files
• Summarize deposition transcripts, expert reports, and technical documents
• Manage trial databases, demonstratives, and real‑time transcripts
• Perform legal research
• Support IP portfolio management clients, including maintaining dockets and preparing regular reports of outstanding matters, coordinating opposition and cancellation proceedings, and participating in regular client status calls
• Assist with budgeting, billing, and matter management
• Complete special projects including prosecution and due diligence projects, as assigned
• Additional duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s Degree or paralegal certificate required

• 3-5+ years of litigation paralegal experience, ideally in IP litigation
• Experience with federal court procedures and rules (FRCP, local rules)
• Certification and training in an eDiscovery platform (e.g., Relativity) preferred
• Experience using Compulaw preferred
• Ability to handle highly technical materials and work collaboratively with attorneys and experts
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines

Actual salaries will vary depending upon various factors, including relevant experience and skillset. The salary range listed is just one component of the Carlton Fields total compensation package for employees. Other monetary rewards include annual discretionary bonuses based on performance and profit‑sharing contributions based on eligibility and firm profitability.

Additionally, Carlton Fields provides a comprehensive suite of benefits to promote health and financial security, including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as life, accident, and disability insurance plans. The firm also provides the opportunity to participate in 401(k) retirement benefits, commuter benefits, and well‑being programs.

Carlton Fields is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, or conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable laws. Please  to view the EEO is The Law poster and supplement. We also participate in the E‑Verify program.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Carlton Fields is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with Carlton Fields and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or applicant tracking system, please request assistance by e‑mailing  . When contacting us, please provide your contact information and state the nature of your accessibility issue.

We will only respond to inquiries concerning requests for reasonable accommodation.