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About the Role

Support the business development and marketing priorities of the firm’s Intellectual Property and Technology (IPT) practice group, with a significant volume of work arising from the patent litigation practice. Help the practice win new business by coordinating pitch and RFP responses, supporting directory and award submissions, and executing marketing initiatives, events, and reporting. This role requires strong organization, writing, and project coordination skills, along with the ability to manage multiple deadlines with accuracy and care.

Responsibilities

Coordinate pitch, proposal, and RFP responses for IPT attorneys from kickoff through delivery, including tracking deadlines, gathering attorney input, and organizing response materials.
Help schedule and prepare for kickoff calls, capture response requirements and assignments, and document key matter details, including the anticipated scope and value of the opportunity.
Conduct company, industry, and competitor research, as well as litigation and docket research using analytics platforms such as Docket Navigator and Lex Machina, to support pitch strategy under the direction of senior team members.
Draft, format, and proofread pitch content, attorney bios, matter descriptions, and case lists, and conduct quality control to ensure accurate, on-time, client-ready deliverables.
Maintain and update the practice’s library of stock language, experience, and representative matters.
Support legal directory and awards submissions, such as Chambers, Legal 500, IAM, and WTR, including gathering matter information, drafting and updating content, coordinating referees, and tracking deadlines.
Help plan and execute client-facing events, conferences, and sponsorships, including logistics, attendee tracking, and post-event follow-up.
Track business development activity, pitch volume, and outcomes using CRM, experience management, and other firm tools, and help prepare reporting for practice group leadership.
Monitor IP law developments, patent, trademark, and copyright trends, and technology and life sciences sector news to help identify opportunities for client outreach and thought leadership.
Partner with communications colleagues to support announcements, award promotion, and digital and social content.
Assist with budget tracking, invoice processing, and expense reporting for practice marketing spend.
Support BD onboarding and integration of lateral partners and new hires, including bios, experience, and CRM updates.
Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Prior experience in law firm or professional services business development or marketing, ideally supporting litigation or intellectual property practices.
Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
Strong eye for detail.
Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
Familiarity with patent litigation and with litigation analytics and docket research tools such as Docket Navigator and Lex Machina is strongly preferred.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Experience with CRM platforms such as InterAction or other marketing technologies is a plus.
Proactive, collaborative mindset.
Sound judgment.
Ability to build strong working relationships with attorneys and business professionals are essential.
Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and external audiences.
Produce high-quality work and respond to correspondence in an efficient, timely, and professional manner.
Meet deadlines, manage competing priorities, and commit to meeting high standards.
Comply with firm policies and procedures.
Maintain confidences as required in a law firm environment.

Skills

Business Development
Marketing
Litigation Support
Intellectual Property Support
Pitch Coordination
RFP Response
Directory Submissions
Award Submissions
Marketing Initiatives Execution
Event Planning
Reporting
Organization
Writing
Project Coordination
Deadline Management
Research
Drafting
Formatting
Proofreading
Quality Control
CRM Management
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
InterAction

Location

Chicago
Atlanta
Austin
Baltimore
Boston
Dallas
Houston
Los Angeles
Miami
Minneapolis
Reston
Philadelphia
Phoenix
Raleigh
San Diego
Seattle
Short Hills
Washington DC
Wilmington

Work Type

Hybrid

Experience Level

3 years of business development, marketing, or pitch and proposal experience in a law firm or professional services environment.

Education Level

Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Communications, Business or related field.

Salary/Compensations

$34.08 - $48.74 per hour

Benefits

Medical/dental/vision insurance
401(k)

About the Company

DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let’s see what we can achieve. Together.

Equal Opportunity

DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.