Case Assistant

About the role

At Seyfarth, we understand that great people are the key to our success, and we provide the opportunities to match. If you join us, you’ll work with state-of-the-art technology in a friendly and professional environment, and we will continue to invest in your professional development. If you want the freedom to grow at a firm that is invested in your future, keep reading.

As a Case Assistant you will help organize, prepare, edit, and draft documents and correspondence, draft formation and registration documentation, manage due diligence and track deadlines, manage records and internal team databases, create closing binders, and develop processes and procedures to enhance efficiency in serving clients.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the organization of documents, cases, and/or files
• Prepare and/or draft documents and correspondence
• Manage due diligence of processes and track deadlines
• Develop processes and procedures to enhance efficiency in serving clients
• Maintain best records management practices
• Organize, update, and own the management of internal team databases
• Use internal firm software to successfully complete tasks related to supervisor requests
• Other functions as assigned by supervisor

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, particularly the ability to independently communicate with management, attorneys, and clients
• Good work ethic and team oriented
• Superior organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to adapt quickly to meet client needs and think outside of the box for solutions
• Strong proofreading and grammar skills
• Proficient knowledge of MS Office Suite, especially Word and Excel, and have a willingness to learn how to use the firm’s proprietary computer programs

Benefits

Seyfarth provides competitive salary and benefits at all levels, and our culture embraces the entrepreneurial spirit of its professionals like no other firm. Our professional staff are a collaborative team, helping to define the unique client experience offered by the firm. We understand that it takes more than attorneys to build a successful legal practice; everyone participates in our commitment to excellence.

With approximately 1,000 lawyers across 19 offices, Seyfarth Shaw LLP provides advisory, litigation, and transactional legal services to clients worldwide.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).

Pay

The salary range for this role is $52,000 to $62,000 annually, which is based on a 40 hour work week. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in New York. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on numerous factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, and business or organizational needs. This job is also eligible for an annual merit increase and bonus pay.

Schedule

40 hour work week

Location

New York, NY 10018