What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Coordinator position at Duane Morris LLP?
OVERVIEW: Duane Morris LLP, a global law firm with 900 attorneys in offices across the U.S. and around the world, offers innovative solutions to the legal and business challenges presented by today’s evolving global markets.
SUMMARY: We are seeking a assistant project manager to assist in the Employment, Labor, and Benefits Group to support all phases of employment litigation.The ideal candidate will be a recent liberal arts graduate with an eye toward law school. The candidate should have strong written and verbal skills, and be able to thrive in a fast-paced collaborative work environment. We are seeking candidates who will be trained to research and analyze case law; creating and editing of graphics; editing, proofing and formatting marketing mini-books; ISBN number purchasing; electronically edit and proofread documents; and drafting case squibs for the Firm’s annual compendium of class action rulings.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Research and analyze case law on Lexis and Westlaw.
- Create, organize, and edit graphics.
- Update and maintain daily rulings tracker.
- Edit, proof, and format marketing mini-books.
- ISBN number purchasing.
- Edit and proof annual compendium of class action rules.
- Perform administrative duties (calendar deadlines, organize squibs, manage logistics, etc.).
- Draft squibs.
- Collaborate with project manager and co-editors.
- Coordinate dissemination and collection of squibs from contributors.
- Provide project updates on a regular basis.
- Engage in proofreading and assist with managing the proofreading team.
- Research publications relevant to caselaw updates and industry trends.
- Explore and track developing trends in various areas of litigation.
- Assist in drafting short-form articles, blogs, and journals
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Investigative mind and strong research skills
- Editorial experience
- Excellent written and communication and time management skills
- Proficient in MS Excel, PowerPoint and Word
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :
- Bachelor’s degree
BENEFITS:
- Comprehensive Healthcare, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Plans
- Commuter, HSA and FSA Spending Accounts
- Short-term and Long-term Disability and Life Insurance Coverage
- 401k and Pension Plans
- 22 PTO Days, 11 paid holidays
- Employee Referral Bonus ($3,000.00)
- Professional Development Training
- Back-Up (Family) Care Advantage and Employee Assistance Program
- Salary- $55,000-$65,000
EEO STATEMENT: Duane Morris is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact 215-979-1224.
Salary : $55,000 - $65,000
