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Simpson Thacher is seeking recent college graduates interested in careers in the legal profession for a two year position supporting the work of the Firm’s Litigation Department.  The Paralegal, Litigation is eager to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and responsible for performing a broad variety of work during all phases of litigations and investigations.  This role works under the supervision and direction of an experienced attorney or Senior Paralegal/Case Manager.

• Maintain well organized files and case records
• Update case management platforms and databases and categorize documents for efficient accessibility
• 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
• Prepare and export documents for production, including 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 need

• Detail oriented, with excellent organizational and communication skills
• Able to work in a fast paced environment, both independently or on a team
• Flexibility, time management and an ability to prioritize tasks and deadlines
• Critical thinking and solution oriented mindset
• Present information clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
• Self-starter who can organize, plan and complete multi-task work activities
• Ability to proofread for contextual, grammatical and spelling errors
• Flexibility to work late and on holidays/weekends, and travel when necessary

• Knowledge of MS Office applications and Excel preferred

•  Bachelor’s degree required

Salary Information

NY only: The estimated base salary range for this position is $50k to $55k at the time of posting.

The actual salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. This role is non-exempt meaning it is overtime pay eligible.

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