Pre-Law Fellow (New York)

About the role

The Pre-Law Fellow is a two-year position designed for recent college graduates who are considering and/or planning on attending law school. Fellows gain a well-rounded experience through assisting lawyers and others by performing tasks in support of specific matters and practice groups, including substantive legal work, research, business development efforts, and support of the firm’s business professional services.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of and filing of documents with courts and agencies.
• Monitor matter developments and dockets.
• Assist with document collections and productions.
• Maintain matter files and perform other similar activities.
• Participate in enrichment programs designed to provide broad exposure to legal practice and prepare for the law school application process.

Essential Functions

• Litigation matters: Create indices, labels, and binders; assist with deposition preparations, document productions, and organization of case documents; perform objective document coding; handle court filings and trial work.
• Other matters: File review and organization; prepare and publish current items of interest to clients; prepare client proposals.
• Business services: Work as a member of the firm’s business development, legal recruiting, client value, and other departments.
• Work closely with assigned lawyers and paralegals on matter teams or ad hoc projects.
• Gather and obtain records or other information from various sources including government agencies, libraries, legislative bodies, associations, and courts.
• Provide data entry support and maintenance on databases and spreadsheets.
• Coordinate and monitor tasks based on priorities, ensuring adherence to set timelines and deadlines.
• Provide overflow assistance to other project assistants and paralegals.
• Prepare and submit time entries on a daily basis and other firm accounting documentation as required.

Non-Essential Functions

• Provide coverage when paralegals are unavailable.
• Handle special pro bono and client development projects.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Four-year college degree required.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail: Avoid common and frequent mistakes; complete complex projects and tasks without error.
• Technical skills: Proficiency in utilizing computer applications and platforms that enhance efficiency and productivity.
• Excellent work ethic: Ensure all work is completed on a timely basis; maintain high attendance and punctuality; available for work outside of normal business hours as needed.
• Interpersonal skills: Ability to interact professionally with partners, staff at all levels of the organization, and clients.
• Professionalism: Exercise skill, sound judgment, and demonstrate competence in all aspects of the role, including conduct, appearance, and demeanor.
• Communication and organizational skills: Excellence in both written and oral communications; ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines; ability to organize self and work environment for efficiency.

Work Environment

• Non-smoking environment.
• Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule.
• Available to work in the office 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Extra weekday and weekend hours may be required for special programs or events.
• Must be available to work beyond regular hours when necessary.
• Must be able to work under tight deadlines and stressful situations.
• Must comply with all safety requirements in the workplace.
• Must be willing to travel as required, on short or extremely limited notice, to various firm offices, courthouses, or other locations in support of the firm’s clients.

Pay

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $60,000. The actual base salary offered will be dependent upon the applicant’s experience and qualifications, as well as other job-related factors, including but not limited to, relevant skills, education, certifications or other professional licenses held, and geographic location.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Dependent care and health care flexible spending accounts.
• 401K Plan and Profit-Sharing.
• Paid Time-Off.
• Robust Wellness Program.