Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP

Entry Level Paralegal – New York (Multiple Practice Areas)

Summary:

The New York office of Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP is seeking to hire entry level Paralegals to support and work alongside our Litigation, Corporate, Finance, Real Estate and Asset Management practice groups. Willkie is an elite international law firm of approximately 1,200 lawyers located in 14 offices in six countries. 

The Paralegal will be responsible for assisting attorneys for all legal matters as they pertains to the practice group. Candidates will be placed in a practice group based on interest and skill set. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and prior internship, school leadership or working experience. Candidate’s must have an interest in attending law school and willingness to make a two year commitment to the Firm. This role requires in office attendance of at least three days a week. The ideal candidate will be available to start in person in June 2024.

At Willkie, we believe great people are the key to our success. As such, we are offering a highly competitive compensation package with exceptional benefits. If you are looking to work in a friendly, collaborative environment that affords unique opportunities to expand your professional development, this role is for you.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities will vary depending on assigned practice area, however, all paralegals will be expected to:

• Assist with organization of materials, overall management of matter, and drafting of documents for your assigned practice area
• Conduct research, both internal and external, to support your attorney team
• Review and proofread documents for team
• Manage all aspects of matter with a proactive approach (ranging from forming entities, attending closings and preparing closing documents to support of Corporate practices, to preparing deposition and trial materials, and attending trial to support attorney teams)
• Be accountable and have ownership for assigned projects.
• Manage time records and ensure accurate and timely release of entries spent on projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with high academic standing
• One year of working experience preferred
• Must be punctual and reliable
• Ability to manage a variety of assignments and meet internal and client deadlines
• Ability to manage certain projects with limited supervision
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills, organizational skills, and a strong attention to detail
• Ability to work overtime as needed to meet business needs
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate with individuals of all levels within the firm and clients in a courteous and professional manner
• Must be able to work concurrently on a variety of matters and manage time and expectations
• Strong administrative, analytical, and researching skills
• Ability to work well under pressure

ADA Requirements:

• Ability to sit at a desk most of the working day and walk short distances
• Needs manual dexterity, speed and accuracy in handling office equipment
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately in an atmosphere of frequent interruption
• Ability to work in close proximity to other individuals
• Ability to carry light to moderate objects, e.g., files, small objects and supplies a short distance
• Must be able to lift, carry and move objects up to 15/20/25 lbs. on occasion

Employment Status:

• Non-Exempt
• Hybrid

The salary for this role is $57,000 and represents the Firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent upon a number of factors, including but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant experience, qualifications and location.

Willkie Farr & Gallagher is an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon actual or perceived: race, color, age, religious creed, citizenship, citizenship status and alienage, nationality, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity or creed, disability, genetic information or medical condition, pregnancy or maternity, paternity, marital or civil partnership status, caregiver status, gender (including gender identity, expression, nonconformity, gender reassignment or status as a transgender individual), sex, sexual orientation or preference, veteran or military status, height, weight or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let the hiring manager know.