Legal Project Assistant (Entry-Level) – Hybrid, Growth‑Oriented

Vedder Price P.C.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Healthcare plans

Paid time off

Professional development

Employee discounts

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Vedder Price P.C. in New York seeks a Project Assistant to learn the practice areas and support paralegals and attorneys across case lifecycles. No prior experience required; you will work under supervision and gain foundational skills.

The role is entry-level with an emphasis on organization, document management, and data analytics. It is a hybrid position requiring in-office days in New York.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Exposure to litigation databases is a plus.
• Document organization and data management skills.
• Ability to learn quickly and apply training to practical issues.

Responsibilities

• Assist with initial case setup, data analytics and organization.
• Assist paralegals with eDiscovery tasks.
• Assist with organization, filing and management of case-related documents.
• Prepare case and trial binders of relevant information and documents.
• Track, log and input information into various platforms.
• Assist with deposition arrangements and witness files; load and pull deposition transcripts.
• Assist with online research including fact-checking and docket information.
• Assist with trial logistics and pre-trial planning; provide support at trial, arbitration or mediations.
• Routinely update and maintain client files and documents.

Skills

Organizational skills

Verbal and written communication

Time management

Team player

Willing to work overtime

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

SharePoint

Docusign

Westlaw

Lexis

Relativity

PACER

Job description

Vedder Price P.C. in New York seeks a Project Assistant to learn the practice areas and support paralegals and attorneys across case lifecycles. No prior experience required; you will work under supervision and gain foundational skills.

The role is entry-level with an emphasis on organization, document management, and data analytics. It is a hybrid position requiring in-office days in New York.