Legal Practice Assistant – Paralegal Support, Entry Level

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP invites applications for Legal Practice Assistants to join our offices in multiple locations, including Palo Alto, in June 2027. This entry-level role involves direct contact with attorneys and staff, supporting case and deal teams and document preparation.

Office-based, five days a week through 2027. Please submit a cover letter and resume with GPA and preferred office location.

Qualifications

• Strong computer skills with firm software (Outlook, Word, Excel) and ability to learn new software
• Strong research skills and proficiency in using various research tools
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, organizational and planning skills
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team
• Ability to assume progressive responsibilities within assigned work as experience is gained
• Ability to organize and prioritize work
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality
• Flexibility to travel and adjust hours to meet operating needs

Responsibilities

• Assists with the preparation and court filing of pleadings and other court papers, as needed
• Assists with retrieval of rules, regulations and company profiles, as needed
• Assists with document productions, transactions and/or closings
• Assists with preparation for interviews, depositions, hearings, trials and/or client meetings
• Performs non-legal research using various research tools, including Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER and other court-related websites for case law, statutes, articles, books, etc
• Updates attorney and case/deal team binders
• Organizes and manages electronic and paper files
• Ensures that all files are maintained with Department-approved protocols and case management systems
• Maintains the integrity of client files
• Performs quality control of documents
• Assists paralegals and attorneys across practice areas
• Performs frequent physical exertion including sitting, repetitive use of both hands, lifting and carrying up to 10 pounds
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to facilitate effective work relationships with others
• Manages Firm resources responsibly
• Complies with and understands Firm operation, policies and procedures
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP invites applications for Legal Practice Assistants to join our offices in multiple locations, including Palo Alto, in June 2027. This entry-level role involves direct contact with attorneys and staff, supporting case and deal teams and document preparation.

Office-based, five days a week through 2027. Please submit a cover letter and resume with GPA and preferred office location.