Paralegal - Litigation
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Job Summary
The Paralegal, Litigation is eager to work in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment and is responsible for performing a variety of tasks during all phases of litigations and investigations. This role works under the direction of an experienced attorney or Senior Paralegal/Case Manager.
Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities
Maintain well‑organized files and case records
Update case management platforms and databases and categorize documents for efficient access
Create case calendars, manage case deadlines and distribute case materials
Retrieve and prepare case/investigation materials as needed by case/investigation teams
Prepare documents for filing, including proofreading, formatting and compiling exhibits and appendices
Arrange filing and service deliveries with appropriate government agencies, courts and opposing/other parties
Assist with document collection and production, including preparation, exporting, redaction, duplication and indexing
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
Perform other tasks as assigned by case/investigation teams
Be flexible to adjust hours to meet departmental needs
Education
Bachelor’s degree
Skills and Experience
0‑3 years of relevant work experience
Detail‑oriented, working with appropriate controls to ensure end‑to‑end project completion and proofreading work product
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Proficiency in MS Office applications
Able to work in a fast‑paced environment, both independently and on a team
Flexibility, time management and ability to prioritize tasks and deadlines
Critical thinking and solution‑oriented mindset
Present information clearly, concisely and accurately, both verbally and in writing
Self‑starter who can organize, plan and multi‑task to complete work activities
Ability to proofread for contextual, grammatical and spelling errors
Flexibility to work late and on holidays/weekends, and travel when necessary
Salary Information
DC Only: The estimated base salary for this position is $60,000 – $65,000 at the time of posting. The actual salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience, education, certifications or other professional licenses, and location. This role is non‑exempt and is overtime pay eligible.
Simpson Thacher will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. The Firm prohibits discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other legally protected status. This policy applies to every aspect of an individual’s relationship with the Firm, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training and development, promotion, transfer, discipline, termination, and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment.
Privacy Notice
For information about how Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP collects and processes your personal information, please refer to our Privacy Notice available at https://www.stblaw.com/other/privacy-notice.
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The Paralegal, Litigation is eager to work in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment and is responsible for performing a variety of tasks during all phases of litigations and investigations. This role works under the direction of an experienced attorney or Senior Paralegal/Case Manager.
Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities
Maintain well‑organized files and case records
Update case management platforms and databases and categorize documents for efficient access
Create case calendars, manage case deadlines and distribute case materials
Retrieve and prepare case/investigation materials as needed by case/investigation teams
Prepare documents for filing, including proofreading, formatting and compiling exhibits and appendices
Arrange filing and service deliveries with appropriate government agencies, courts and opposing/other parties
Assist with document collection and production, including preparation, exporting, redaction, duplication and indexing
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
Perform other tasks as assigned by case/investigation teams
Be flexible to adjust hours to meet departmental needs
Education
Bachelor’s degree
Skills and Experience
0‑3 years of relevant work experience
Detail‑oriented, working with appropriate controls to ensure end‑to‑end project completion and proofreading work product
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Proficiency in MS Office applications
Able to work in a fast‑paced environment, both independently and on a team
Flexibility, time management and ability to prioritize tasks and deadlines
Critical thinking and solution‑oriented mindset
Present information clearly, concisely and accurately, both verbally and in writing
Self‑starter who can organize, plan and multi‑task to complete work activities
Ability to proofread for contextual, grammatical and spelling errors
Flexibility to work late and on holidays/weekends, and travel when necessary
Salary Information
DC Only: The estimated base salary for this position is $60,000 – $65,000 at the time of posting. The actual salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience, education, certifications or other professional licenses, and location. This role is non‑exempt and is overtime pay eligible.
Simpson Thacher will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. The Firm prohibits discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other legally protected status. This policy applies to every aspect of an individual’s relationship with the Firm, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training and development, promotion, transfer, discipline, termination, and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment.
Privacy Notice
For information about how Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP collects and processes your personal information, please refer to our Privacy Notice available at https://www.stblaw.com/other/privacy-notice.
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