Assistant Managing Attorney — Legal Operations Lead

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer is seeking an Assistant Managing Attorney in New York to work with the Managing Attorney. This role includes overseeing legal compliance, risk management, and court operations for various departments.

Qualified candidates must hold a J.D. with at least 2–5 years of experience, have bar admission in New York, and be adept in navigating complex court procedures and legal compliance requirements.

Compensation ranges from $180,000 to $200,000 annually.

Qualifications

• At least 2–5 years of relevant legal experience.
• Experience supporting managing attorney or managing clerk functions.
• Familiarity with federal, state, and local court systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee legal compliance and risk management.
• Provide guidance on complex procedural issues.
• Manage relationships with external vendors for court filings.

Skills

Legal compliance

Risk management

Court procedures

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Client focused

Education

J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school

Current bar admission in New York

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CourtAlert

Pacer

NYSCEF

Job description

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer is seeking an Assistant Managing Attorney in New York to work with the Managing Attorney. This role includes overseeing legal compliance, risk management, and court operations for various departments.

Qualified candidates must hold a J.D. with at least 2–5 years of experience, have bar admission in New York, and be adept in navigating complex court procedures and legal compliance requirements.

Compensation ranges from $180,000 to $200,000 annually.