Legal Assistant - Commercial Litigation

White & Case Llp • New York, NY

404d • $58,000 - $66,000

About The Position

The Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant at White & Case will support attorneys in providing legal services to clients, particularly in international litigation for a major social media client. This role involves managing case files, preparing summaries, and tracking litigation statistics in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 3.5.
• Strong academic background and intellectual curiosity.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple responsibilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Experience in legal drafting and negotiation.

Nice To Haves

• Foreign language skills, especially Spanish.
• International experience in commercial law.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in providing legal services to clients in commercial litigation.
• Review new matters received daily and prepare summaries for each matter.
• Track matter flow and maintain up-to-date case files.
• Create and maintain databases, charts, graphs, and tables for data analysis.
• Utilize litigation support software and other programs for client projects.
• Prepare daily time entries for services performed.
• Assist other legal teams as needed.

Benefits

• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree