Law Firm Project Assistant — Entry‑Level Paralegal Support

Sidley Austin (NY) LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

Benefits package

Job summary

Sidley Austin LLP is hiring an entry-level Project Assistant in its New York office. The role supports Attorneys and Paralegals across practice groups and provides exposure to a large law firm environment. A Bachelor's degree is required to be considered.

This position offers an opportunity to gain experience intended for law school aspirants, handling both billable and non-billable tasks while developing professional skills in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team.
• Proficiency with firm software (Outlook, Word, Excel) and ability to learn new tools.

Responsibilities

• Organize electronic and paper files.
• Perform non-legal research using various tools.
• Maintain integrity of client files and data.
• Assist Attorneys and Paralegals with practice-specific projects.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Written communication

Verbal communication

Computer skills

Outlook

Word

Excel

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Research skills

Troubleshooting

Time management

Discretion

Teamwork

Independent work

Prioritization

Proofreading

Policy compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

Sidley Austin LLP is hiring an entry-level Project Assistant in its New York office. The role supports Attorneys and Paralegals across practice groups and provides exposure to a large law firm environment. A Bachelor's degree is required to be considered.

This position offers an opportunity to gain experience intended for law school aspirants, handling both billable and non-billable tasks while developing professional skills in a fast-paced setting.