Clyde & Co is a leading global
law firm, helping organizations successfully navigate risk and
maximize opportunity in the sectors that underpin global trade and
commercial activity. When you work at Clyde & Co, you join a
team of 490 partners, 2,400 lawyers, 3,200 legal professionals and
5,500 people in nearly 70 offices and associated offices worldwide.
Our values are the principles that guide the decisions we make,
unite us in our endeavors and strengthen our delivery, for both our
clients and our firm. We work as one, excel with clients, celebrate
difference and act boldly. We are committed to operating in a
responsible way by progressing towards a diverse and inclusive
workforce that reflects the communities and clients it serves
The New York office of Clyde & Co US LLP seeks an
experienced legal assistant to provide excellent secretarial and
administrative support. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated
and detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task and work
independently. Must have knowledge of e-Filing procedures for
Federal and State Courts. Additionally, excellent spelling and
proofreading skills are required.
Responsibilities Include
Provide administrative support to Partners and team
of litigation attorneys
Run conflicts checks for new client matters using
InTapp Open
Review, proofread and send monthly client invoices
Assist with ongoing and fiscal year-end collections
Scan and convert documents
Assist with travel arrangements upon request
including car, hotel, and airfare reservations
Oversee arrangements for in-house and external arbitrations
Assist Business Development team with gathering
attorney information for marketing materials and publications
Enter and track attorney CLE through Micron
Set up conference calls and arrange meetings
Assist with ad hoc projects as necessary
Answer and direct phone calls
Open all incoming mail, review, and handle
Time Entry for attorneys
Monitor calendars
Prepare and process expense reports for office and attorney
Requirements
At least 10+ years of litigation experience in a law
firm setting
High School diploma or GED required (Bachelor's
degree or some college preferred)
Superior organizational and communication skills
(written and oral)
Impressive command of grammar and punctuation
Must have experience with FileSite, iManage, or
equivalent document management system
Ability to interact with clients and all levels of
employees within the firm
E-filing experience in NY required
Proficient to advanced user of Microsoft Word and Outlook
Proficient to advanced user of PDF programs such as
Adobe, Nuance/Kofax, etc.
Applicant must be detailed oriented and highly
motivated with the ability to multi-task and work independently in
a fast-paced environment
We offer a rewarding work environment that supports
professional growth and opportunities. We value diversity in our
work place and it is the policy of the Firm to recruit, hire,
promote, reassign, compensate and train highly qualified persons
without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity or expression, religion, national origin, age, disability
or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Thank you for your interest in
Clyde & Co US LLP. Please submit a cover letter and resume to apply.
This is the job description as
constituted at present; however, the Firm reserves the right to
reasonably amend it in accordance with the changing needs of the business.
