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Epiq

IP Litigation Support Project Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

The Project Manager serves as the operational lead across the full lifecycle of complex pharmaceutical IP litigation matters, including Hatch-Waxman ANDA and BPCIA biosimilar disputes. This role ...

Epiq

IP Litigation Support Project Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

The Project Manager serves as the operational lead across the full lifecycle of complex pharmaceutical IP litigation matters, including Hatch-Waxman ANDA and BPCIA biosimilar disputes. This role ...

Dlapiper

Litigation Support Analyst

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$46.15 - $73.38/hr

Assists with managing cases/projects on various levels and at various stages of the litigation process. * Creates and supports various databases throughout the duration of a case/matter including ...

CONAGRA

Legal Specialist

Chicago, IL · On-site

$64K - $95K/yr

Maintain awareness of industry best practices in for e-discovery and litigation project management. Make recommendations for process improvement, where appropriate. * General litigation support.

Conagra Brands, Inc.

Legal Specialist

Chicago, IL · On-site

$64K - $95K/yr

Maintain awareness of industry best practices in for e-discovery and litigation project management. Make recommendations for process improvement, where appropriate. * General litigation support.

Conagra Brands

Legal Specialist

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$64K - $95K/yr

Maintain awareness of industry best practices in for e-discovery and litigation project management. Make recommendations for process improvement, where appropriate. * General litigation support.

ServiceMaster

Project Manager (SPIL)

IL · On-site

$60K - $80K/yr

Identify all potential legal problems and litigation's for their projects and reviews them with the Branch Manager and Construction Superintendent. * Oversee completion of project close-out.

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What does a litigation project manager do?

A Litigation Project Manager oversees and coordinates the administrative and logistical aspects of complex legal cases, ensuring that projects are delivered on time and within budget. They work closely with attorneys, paralegals, clients, and vendors to manage timelines, allocate resources, and monitor progress. Their responsibilities often include managing electronic discovery, organizing documentation, facilitating communication among stakeholders, and implementing project management tools and best practices within the litigation process.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a litigation project manager?

To thrive as a Litigation Project Manager, you need a strong understanding of litigation processes, project management methodologies, and typically a bachelor’s degree in law, business, or a related field. Familiarity with case management systems, legal technology platforms, and certifications like PMP or Prince2 are commonly required. Exceptional communication, organization, and problem-solving skills help you coordinate teams and manage complex timelines. These competencies are essential to deliver efficient, cost-effective litigation support and ensure cases progress smoothly.

How does a litigation project manager typically collaborate with legal teams and external vendors during complex cases?

A Litigation Project Manager acts as a critical liaison between attorneys, paralegals, and external vendors such as e-discovery providers or court reporting services. They coordinate project timelines, manage document review protocols, and ensure effective communication among all parties to keep the litigation process on track. Regular check-ins, detailed status reports, and workflow optimization are common practices to address evolving case needs and tight deadlines. This collaborative approach helps maintain efficiency and ensures that all stakeholders are aligned throughout the lifecycle of a case.

Do law firms use litigation project managers?

Litigation project managers are increasingly employed by law firms to coordinate complex cases, manage deadlines, and oversee document review processes. They bring project management skills, often using tools like e-discovery software, to improve efficiency and case outcomes within legal teams.

What is a litigation project manager?

A litigation project manager oversees the planning, coordination, and execution of legal cases, ensuring deadlines and budgets are met. They often manage document review, case workflows, and collaborate with legal teams, using tools like case management software to streamline processes.

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IP Litigation Support Project Manager

Chicago, IL • On-site, Remote

Epiq
Law Firms • 5 - 10K employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

Epiq Systems rating

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Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

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Job description

At Epiq, your work contributes to complex, global legal outcomes. You'll join a values-driven community where integrity guides decisions, relentless service sets the bar, and we thrive on big challenges together. We invest in your growth with enterprise-wide learning and mobility. We celebrate who you are, and we respect life beyond work with flexibility that's recognized externally. Enabled by modern platforms and AI, you'll do the most meaningful work of your career and see your impact at scale.
Job Description:
The Project Manager serves as the operational lead across the full lifecycle of complex pharmaceutical IP litigation matters, including Hatch-Waxman ANDA and BPCIA biosimilar disputes. This role drives disciplined planning, execution, and governance while coordinating cross-functional stakeholders across legal, scientific, regulatory, and business functions.
The ideal candidate combines strong legal operations rigor with the ability to manage highly technical, data-intensive litigation environments.
Key Responsibilities
Matter Planning & Execution
  • Lead matter intake and develop clear scope, assumptions, risk assessments, budgets, and milestone-driven plans
  • Proactively identify and resolve issues, ensuring continuity and disciplined execution throughout the matter lifecycle
  • Maintain integrated timelines, dashboards, and status reporting across active matters

Litigation & Workstream Management
  • Coordinate key litigation activities, including discovery, expert engagement, claim construction, and trial preparation
  • Support document collection, docket monitoring, and preparation of key filings and notices
  • Ensure alignment and execution across legal, expert, and technical workstreams

Governance & Cross-Functional Coordination
  • Establish clear roles, reporting cadences, and escalation pathways across stakeholders
  • Align legal, scientific, regulatory, and business teams through structured communication and planning
  • Drive accountability and transparency from intake through resolution

Scientific & Technical Support
  • Partner with R&D, regulatory, and commercial teams to support IP strategy and litigation readiness
  • Organize and manage complex scientific and technical materials, including clinical and lab data
  • Support Freedom to Operate (FTO) assessments and early-stage risk evaluations

Information & Data Management
  • Oversee document and data workflows, including collection, review, production, and tracking
  • Coordinate vendor activities across data-intensive and technically complex datasets
  • Ensure defensible, organized processes aligned with litigation requirements

Budget & Vendor Oversight
  • Support phase-based forecasting, accruals, and spend tracking
  • Manage outside counsel and vendor performance, invoicing, and compliance with agreed terms
  • Provide financial transparency and reporting across all resources

Process, Technology & Reporting
  • Support implementation and effective use of litigation tools and processes
  • Recommend best practices across project management, data management, and workflow optimization
  • Deliver concise, executive-ready reporting on status, risks, milestones, and financials

Cross-Functional Collaboration
This role requires strong collaboration across a diverse stakeholder group:
  • In-house legal leadership: Strategy alignment, risk management, and decision support
  • Outside counsel: Coordination of deliverables, timelines, staffing, and reporting
  • Scientific & technical teams: Fact development and expert preparation
  • Regulatory stakeholders: Alignment on FDA milestones and exclusivity considerations
  • Finance, procurement, and vendors: Budgeting, contracting, and performance oversight

Required Qualifications
  • Proven experience managing complex litigation or legal operations programs with multiple workstreams
  • Strong project management capabilities, including scheduling, risk tracking, and executive reporting
  • Experience coordinating discovery, vendors, and data-intensive workflows in a defensible manner
  • Ability to operate effectively across legal, scientific, regulatory, and business stakeholders
  • Demonstrated strength in budget management, vendor governance, and financial oversight
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complexity into clear, actionable insights
  • Highly organized, self-directed, and able to manage competing priorities in fast-paced environments

Preferred Experience
  • Pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences litigation experience
  • Familiarity with Hatch-Waxman ANDA or BPCIA biosimilar disputes
  • Experience supporting expert-driven, technical litigation matters
  • Exposure to e-billing, legal spend management, and outside counsel oversight
  • 5-10 years in legal operations or litigation project management
  • Background in law firm or in-house litigation support environments

Success Measures
  • Matters are launched with clear plans, governance structures, and financial discipline
  • Cross-functional teams remain aligned and informed throughout execution
  • Discovery, expert, and trial activities are timely, organized, and well-managed
  • Leadership receives accurate, concise reporting on status, risks, and spend
  • Outside counsel and vendors meet defined performance and cost expectations

The Compensation range for this role is $40-$50 USD hourly and may be eligible for an annual bonus.
Your specific salary will be determined based on several factors:
  • Location-based market rate for the role
  • Your abilities in relation to the job specification
  • Performance during screening and interview
  • Pay parity with the wider team in the considered location

Further details about the package will be provided during the initial screening call with the Talent Acquisition Team.
Click here to learn about Epiq's Benefits.
Epiq Leadership Compass
Fosters Relationships & Collaboration
Builds trust and alignment through open communication, shared goals, and strong partnerships to drive collective success.
  • Build trust-based partnerships
  • Nurture long-term relationships
  • Remove collaboration barriers
  • Celebrate cross-team success

Engages & Influences
Inspires action and alignment through clear communication, purposeful influence, and a compelling vision.
  • Use storytelling to build buy-in
  • Align communication with organizational goals
  • Guild alignment through strong engagement

Maximizes Performance
Sets and reinforces performance standards that drive results, ensure accountability, and align with Epiq's goals.
  • Use data to identify improvement opportunities
  • Make informed decisions
  • Align team goals with boarder strategy
  • Empower teams to manage their own goals
  • Translate vision into clear priorities
  • Prepare for disruptions with strong change management

Achieves Operational Success
Drives continuous improvement and operational excellence through smart processes, data insights, and quality execution.
  • Improve workflows for team efficiency
  • Use clear documentation and expectations
  • Resolve issues quickly using data and feedback

It is Epiq's policy to comply with all applicable equal employment opportunity laws by making all employment decisions without unlawful regard or consideration of any individual's race, religion, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expressions, transgender status, sexual and other reproductive health decisions, marital status, age, national origin, genetic information, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, veteran or family status or any other basis protected by applicable national, federal, state, provincial or local law. Epiq's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on any of these impermissible bases, as well as any bases or grounds protected by applicable law in each jurisdiction. In addition Epiq will take affirmative action for minorities, women, covered veterans and individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. Epiq is pleased to provide such assistance and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. Pursuant to relevant law, where applicable, Epiq will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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