Legal Assistant - Trade/IP/White Collar

Max 7 yrs required

Full-time

No

Legal Assistant - Trade/IP/White Collar

White & Case is a leading global law firm, providing high-quality legal services to clients around the world. Our long history as an international firm means we are perfectly placed to help our clients resolve their most complex legal challenges wherever they may be. The Firm is distinguished by its on-the-ground presence in the world’s key financial markets and its strengths in handling complex cross-border work.

We are looking for a Legal Assistant - Trade/IP/White Collar to join our team. This role reports to the Director of Litigation Legal Assistants and is based in either the New York or Silicon Valley offices. This role is expected to be a hybrid of in-office and remote work.

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing support to the Firm’s clients and case teams. The legal assistant will work in a fast-paced environment under the supervision of attorneys in providing legal services to clients. Their responsibilities vary depending upon the section and practice group to which they are assigned. They may also work with other personnel at the Firm in delivering legal services to clients.

The salary range for the New York market is 54,000 - 68,000 US Dollars (USD) Yearly and the salary range for the Silicon Valley market is 54,000 - 90,000 US Dollar (USD) Yearly. Salary ranges in other markets will vary.

Responsibilities:

Legal and factual research using library, online, and outside resources
Participation and preparation of documents for production
Maintenance and indexing of case files
Preparation of material for depositions, witness interviews, etc.
Summarizing and digesting transcripts
Exhibit preparation for pleadings, trials, hearings, etc.
Cite checking and shepardizing legal memoranda, briefs, articles, opinions, etc. and creation of Tables of Authorities and Contents
Preparing pleadings and supporting materials for filing or service
Creating electronic and hard copies of trial books, case binders, etc.
Preparing for and attending depositions, hearings, trials
Arranging for court reporters, interpreters, conference rooms, etc.
Creating charts, graphs, tables, etc. for data analysis and synthesis
Utilizing firm resources to accomplish above tasks
Preparing accurate and timely daily time entries and records for services performed
Utilizing e-discovery software programs and other spreadsheet and database programs as needed to perform client projects

Qualifications:


Strong academic background
Intellectual Property/Patent experience a plus
Clear and concise writing skills
Good verbal communication skills
Related work and/or internship experience
Excellent organizational skills
Willingness and ability to work overtime and long hours
Basic knowledge of and proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat
Familiarity and competency with technology
Ability to follow through on projects
Ability to work under pressure and with a variety of personalities
Ability to work with and liaise with colleagues in other internal departments (., Office Services, Practice Technology, Global Technology Services, Research & Information Services, Operations, Practice Assistants, Document Services, etc.)
Excellent professional and personal references
Excellent judgment
High ethical standards
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to travel as needed
Foreign language skills a plus (especially Spanish, Russian, Arabic, and Chinese-Mandarin)


Job Description - Legal Assistant - Trade/IP/White Collar

White & Case is an elite global law firm seeking a Legal Assistant - Trade/IP/White Collar to join their team. This role reports to the Director of Litigation Legal Assistants and is based in either the New York or Silicon Valley offices.

The successful candidate will provide assistance and support to the Firm’s clients and case teams. They will work in a fast-paced environment under the supervision of attorneys in providing legal services to clients. Their responsibilities vary depending upon the section and practice group to which they are assigned.

The salary range for the New York market is 54,000 - 68,000 US Dollars (USD) Yearly and the salary range for the Silicon Valley market is 54,000 - 90,000 US Dollar (USD) Yearly. Salary ranges in other markets will vary.

Responsibilities:

Legal and factual research using library, online, and outside resources
Participation and preparation of documents for production
Maintenance and indexing of case files
Preparation of material for depositions, witness interviews, etc.
Summarizing and digesting transcripts
Exhibit preparation for pleadings, trials, hearings, etc.
Cite checking and shepardizing legal memoranda, briefs, articles, opinions, etc. and creation of Tables of Authorities and Contents
Preparing pleadings and supporting materials for filing or service
Creating electronic and hard copies of trial books, case binders, etc.
Preparing for and attending depositions, hearings, trials
Arranging for court reporters, interpreters, conference rooms, etc.
Creating charts, graphs, tables, etc. for data analysis and synthesis
Utilizing

TBD

TBD

80 languages

Legal research, document preparation, data analysis and synthesis, cite checking, Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, e-discovery software programs.

Four year college degree

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Qualification and Experience Four year college degree with a minimum G.P.A. of 3.5

Legal