Paralegal

Simpson Thacher is seeking recent college graduates interested in careers in the legal profession for a two-year position supporting the work of the Firm’s practices. The Paralegal is eager to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and responsible for performing a broad variety of work during all phases of, litigations, investigations and transactions. This role works under the supervision and direction of an experienced attorney or Senior Paralegal/Case Manager.

Responsibilities

• Maintain well-organized client files and records in compliance with Firm guidelines
• Update document management platforms and databases and categorize documents for efficient accessibility
• Create calendars, manage deadlines and distribute materials as necessary
• Retrieve and prepare materials as needed by legal teams
• Prepare documents for filing and submission, including proofreading, formatting, and compiling exhibits, appendices and trackers
• Arrange filing and service deliveries with appropriate government agencies, courts, and opposing/other parties
• Assist with document collection and production
• Conduct research from a variety of resources such as newspapers, magazines, libraries, case documents and trade associations, and internal and external document databases and systems
• Liaise with internal departments and outside vendors
• Collaborate with legal teams on assigned projects to ensure a specific outcome or standard
• Perform other tasks as assigned by legal teams
• Be flexible to adjust hours to meet departmental needs
  
  

Required Skills

• Detail oriented, with excellent organizational and communication skills
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment, both independently or on a team
• Flexibility, time management and an ability to prioritize tasks and deadlines
• Critical thinking and solution-oriented mindset
• Present information clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
• Self-starter who can organize, plan and complete multi-task work activities
• Ability to proofread for contextual, grammatical and spelling errors
• Flexibility to work late and on holidays/weekends, and travel when necessary
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of MS Office applications and Excel preferred
  
  

Required Education

• Bachelor’s degree required
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• N/A
  
  

Salary Information

NY Only: The estimated base salary for this position is $60,000 at the time of posting.

The actual salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. This role is non-exempt meaning it is overtime pay eligible.

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