Legal Assistant

Found in: beBee S US - 2 weeks ago

Washington D C, United States White & Case Full time

Firm Summary

White & Case is an elite global law firm serving leading companies, financial institutions and governments worldwide. Our long history as an international firm means we are perfectly placed to help our clients resolve their most complex legal challenges wherever they may be.

With lawyers operating from more than 40 locations, working in virtually every country of the world, we have invested heavily in building a high-quality full-service practice competing at the top of the market. We are distinguished by our on-the-ground presence in the world’s key financial markets and our strengths in handling complex cross-border work.

It’s not just about our global network of offices; it’s the global interconnectedness of the Firm that our people, and our clients, value most. We work well together across geographic and practice boundaries. It’s one of the reasons we attract and retain cross-border work. And why we attract a diverse group of people.

Our lawyers are globally minded, enterprising, collaborative and committed to excellence. Diversity is a core value of our Firm and it has been recognized with numerous awards and top rankings around the world. Our people represent 90 nationalities and speak 80 languages.

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Director of Legal Assistants and attorneys, the Antitrust Legal Assistant will assist and provide support to the Firm’s clients and case teams. The legal assistant will work in a fast-paced environment under the supervision of attorneys in providing legal services to clients. Their responsibilities vary depending upon the section and practice group to which they are assigned. They may also work with other personnel at the Firm in delivering legal services to clients. Legal assistants will be requested to perform other duties as required. Necessary are strong interpersonal skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, the ability to work independently and on a team in a fast-paced environment under strict deadlines, effectively manage multiple responsibilities, keep accurate and timely time records, and meet budget and deadline demands. 

Duties and Accountabilities

In addition to the duties described in the Position Summary, legal assistants are required to assist other legal teams on an as-needed basis. Legal assistants will acquire an understanding of the mechanics of civil litigation, including pleadings and discovery tools. This will be achieved by attending virtual and in-person training sessions and workshops, and through general on-the-job experience. Such work may include:

  • Legal and factual research using library, online, and outside resources
  • Participation and preparation of documents for production
  • Maintenance and indexing of case files
  • Preparation of material for depositions, witness interviews, etc.
  • Summarizing and digesting transcripts
  • Exhibit preparation for pleadings, trials, hearings, etc.
  • Cite checking and shepardizing legal memoranda, briefs, articles, opinions, etc. and creation of Tables of Authorities and Contents
  • Preparing pleadings and supporting materials for filing or service
  • Creating electronic and hard copies of trial books, case binders, etc.
  • Preparing for and attending depositions, hearings, trials
  • Arranging for court reporters, interpreters, conference rooms, etc.
  • Creating charts, graphs, tables, etc. for data analysis and synthesis
  • Utilizing firm resources to accomplish above tasks
  • Preparing accurate and timely daily time entries and records for services performed
  • Utilizing e-discovery software programs and other spreadsheet and database programs as needed to perform client projects

Qualifications

  • Four year college degree with a minimum G.P.A. of 3.5
  • Strong academic background
  • Clear and concise writing skills
  • Good verbal communication skills
  • Related work and/or internship experience
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Willingness and ability to work overtime and long hours
  • Basic knowledge of and proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat
  • Familiarity and competency with technology
  • Ability to follow through on projects
  • Ability to work under pressure and with a variety of personalities
  • Ability to work with and liaise with colleagues in other internal departments (e.g., Office Services, Practice Technology, Global Technology Services, Research & Information Services, Operations, Practice Assistants, Document Services, etc.)
  • Excellent professional and personal references
  • Excellent judgment
  • High ethical standards
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Ability to travel as needed
  • Foreign language skills a plus (especially Spanish)

Location and Reporting

  • This role is based in the New York or Washington D.C. office
  • This role reports to the Director or Manager of Legal Assistants

The Firm may modify and amend this job description at any time at its sole discretion.

1The above is a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties.

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