Litigation Paralegal (Entry Level, June 2026 Start)

Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP•New York, NY

9d•$62,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Litigation Paralegal at Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP works in a team environment assisting litigation attorneys in all phases of the litigation lifecycle, ranging from pre-complaint investigation through trial and appeal. Consistently meets the Firm’s standards of excellence in supporting our attorney teams; Plays an active role in helping the Firm to provide legal services of the highest caliber to our clients; Actively participates in document collection and production, deposition preparation, hearings and trials; Organizes and maintains case files using a variety of automated procedures; Employs databases for searches and document retrieval; Conducts cite checks and case pulls using Lexis and/or Westlaw databases; and Performs other duties, as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree with high academic standing
Excellent communication and organizational skills
The ability to work well under pressure and coordinate several activities at once
The initiative to problem-solve
The capacity to meet strict deadlines
Strong research skills
Proficiency using computer software and the internet
The flexibility to work a considerable amount of overtime and be available as needed
The willingness and ability to make a two year commitment

Responsibilities

Consistently meets the Firm’s standards of excellence in supporting our attorney teams
Plays an active role in helping the Firm to provide legal services of the highest caliber to our clients
Actively participates in document collection and production, deposition preparation, hearings and trials
Organizes and maintains case files using a variety of automated procedures
Employs databases for searches and document retrieval
Conducts cite checks and case pulls using Lexis and/or Westlaw databases
Performs other duties, as assigned