What are the responsibilities and job description for the Congressional and Regulatory Investigations Project Assistant position at WilmerHale?
JOB SUMMARY
WilmerHale is a leading, full-service international law firm with 1,000 lawyers located throughout 12 offices in the United States, Europe and Asia. Our lawyers work at the intersection of government, technology and business, and we remain committed to our guiding principles of providing quality, excellent legal and client services; developing diversity among our lawyers and staff and cultivating an environment that promotes an ambitious spirit, collaboration and collegiality by drawing on the extraordinary talents and dynamic experience of our lawyers. Our goal is to reflect the diversity of our clients and the communities in which we practice.
The Congressional and Regulatory Investigations Project Assistant is an entry-level position working efficiently and collaboratively with and under the supervision of attorneys and support professionals to assist with all phases of Congressional and other regulatory investigations. The Congressional and Regulatory Investigations Project Assistant will also assist with the day-to-day operations of the Congressional and Regulatory Investigations group firm wide.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*
- Assists with document collection, production, organization and management.
- Assists with the maintenance and manipulation of document databases for purposes of facilitating productions, preparing for depositions, hearings and other proceedings.
- Assists with the implementation and utilization of eDiscovery applications for purposes of document management and production including redacting and bates stamping.
- Assists with the utilization of WH Discovery Solutions Roles and Process Management and Review Methodology.
- Updates case management pages, electronic databases and support systems.
- Assists with routine preparations for witness interviews, including the assembly of witness files and reference binders.
- Assists with hearing preparation.
- Assists with updating indices, chronologies, logs and tracking systems.
- Assists with establishing logistical support and set up of remote offices to accommodate the needs of the case team for purposes of hearings and proceedings.
- Assists with client service and associated client meeting tasks
- Assists with administrative tasks, including filing, scanning, printing and organization of documents and information.
- Attends and participates in training programs for professional development and building technology skills.
- Adheres to best practices for daily time entry for client billable work and eTime for attendance and time off requests.
- Contributes to the Firm's Service Excellence initiative to consistently improve its image internally and externally. Displays professionalism, quality service and a "can do" attitude to internal members/departments of the Firm as well as external clients and vendors via electronic and print correspondence, over the telephone and in-person
- Assumes additional responsibilities as assigned.
Required Skills
What You Will Bring
- Ability to work effectively, both independently and collaboratively, as part of a team and show commitment to the team, the client, and the Firm by participating willingly and reliably, sharing ideas, expertise, and information, and working with colleagues in a manner that inspires cooperation, builds trust and respect, and maximizes efficiency and team success.
- Ability to communicate effectively and clearly both orally and in writing and ensure communications are timely and appropriate; to listen and accurately interpret others' expectations, ideas, and concerns; to raise questions professionally and purposefully; to seek and be open to constructive feedback.
- Ability to clearly organize, plan, and prepare for both short and long-term projects.
- Ability to effectively manage deadlines and follow-through on assignments.
- Ability to approach each task/assignment/project in a solution-oriented manner.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Strong technology skills, including high proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe.
- Ability to work overtime and travel as needed
Required Experience
Education
BA/BS preferred.
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This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by employees in the position. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills for positions. The firm reserves the right at all times, in its sole discretion, to add or subtract duties and responsibilities, as it deems necessary.
WilmerHale is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or ancestry, age, disability or veteran status, or other protected status.
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