The Firm's New York office seeks a Paralegal to provide full spectrum
assistance to the Specialty and Investigations team. This team
represents international and domestic insurers during claim
investigations and litigations concerning policy defenses of first
party insurance coverage matters including fine art, jewelry, precious
metals and gems, high value cargo, property, contingency, war, and
other specialty coverages. The opportunity, in this interesting and
unique practice, is suited to someone who thrives within a busy,
stimulating and fast-paced team environment.
The ideal candidate is an
accomplished recent college graduate interested in exploring the
law and willing to commit to at least two years before
post-graduate work.
Responsibilities
Specific responsibilities
include, but are not limited to:
Assisting in document review and
organization
Preparation of privilege logs
Fact research
Assisting with depositions
Digesting deposition transcripts
Cite checking, (blue booking),
shepardizing, fact checking, exhibit preparation, and
proof-reading of briefs, court filings, and other documents
Case maintenance (organization
of files such as correspondence, pleadings, discovery, etc.)
Reviewing court dockets (both
electronically and in person)
Document and presentation
preparation (utilizing Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and
other software)
Assisting with witness
interviews and communications
Calendar maintenance
Administrative work including
billing, correspondence, reporting to clients, answering incoming
calls, and taking messages
Required Qualifications
Outstanding academic credentials
Strong written and communication skills
Intellectual curiosity
Well-developed organization and
time management skills
Initiative
Focus on objectives
Ability to handle a fast-paced
environment
Willing and able to learn new
software
Some prior litigation paralegal
experience a plus but is not necessary
This position will require a strong in-office presence of 4+ days a week.
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.
Benefits offered include flexible time off; medical, dental, and
vision insurance; 401K Safe Harbor contribution; Life/AD&D
Disability; Flexible Spending Account; Supplemental Medical Accident
Insurance; Supplemental Critical Illness Insurance; Employee
Assistance Program; Pet Insurance; Commuter Benefits.
The salary range for this position is $65,000 - $70,000. The range
for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are
considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited
to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications;
and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range
estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic
differential associated with the location at which the position may be
filled. It is not typical for an individual to be hired near the top
of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent
on the facts and circumstances of each case.
- Principals Only -
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.
