Project Assistant

Crowell & Moring; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Vision

Dental

Retirement plan

Paid time off & leave

Job summary

Crowell & Moring LLP in San Francisco seeks a Project Assistant to support paralegals, senior paralegals, and attorneys on various projects. The role includes maintaining case files, redacting documents, and drafting letters and memos.

The position requires a Bachelor's Degree and offers a discretionary bonus with a comprehensive benefits package. The minimum billing requirement is 1,600 hours per year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• No experience required.
• Candidates should demonstrate strong communication and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintenance of case files and documents.
• Redact confidential information for document production.
• Draft, edit, and proofread letters, memos, and Word documents.
• Coordinate projects with other firm departments or vendors.
• Prepare and maintain litigation databases and Excel trackers.
• Support project management by updating trackers and communicating with attorneys.

Skills

Clear communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Client service

Teamwork

MS Office

Typing skills

Lifting 50 lbs

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Crowell & Moring LLP is an international law firm with offices in the United States, Europe, MENA, and Asia that represents clients in litigation and arbitration, regulatory and policy, intellectual property, and transactional and corporate matters. The firm is internationally recognized for representing Fortune 500 companies in high-stakes litigation and government-facing matters, as well as its ongoing commitment to pro bono service and diversity, equity, and inclusion. At Crowell & Moring, exceptional client service begins with exceptional people. We are committed to delivering responsive, high-quality, and professional service to our clients and to one another, while continuously elevating standards of excellence across every aspect of our work.

Job Summary

Project Assistants are members of the Practice Support Department who assist paralegals, senior paralegals, case managers, contracts specialists and attorneys on various projects. Project Assistants have the opportunity to expand their skills as they gain work experience. Project Assistants have a minimum billing requirement of 1600 hours per year.

Job Responsibilities

• Assists with the maintenance of case files and documents.
• Assists with bates labeling and quality checking of document productions.
• Redacts confidential information from client documents (electronic and paper) in preparation for document production.
• Drafts, edits, and proofreads cover letters, administrative memos, and Word documents.
• Coordinates projects with other firm support departments or outside vendors as necessary.
• Prepares and maintains litigation databases and Excel spreadsheets.
• Supports project management by maintaining trackers, reviewing client emails, and communicating updates and follow-up needs with Life Sciences attorneys and contracts specialists.
• Ensures project information remains current and accurate by consistently updating tracking tools, verifying details, and promptly addressing discrepancies.
• Performs searches in litigation databases and paper files.
• Assists in maintenance of practice group document libraries.
• Reviews and organizes case correspondence and pleadings.
• Performs basic legal and factual research (including paper and electronic sources).
• Proofreads pleadings, briefs, and other documents as required by practice group as requested.
• Assists with preparing filings for courts or government agencies.
• Prepares documents for depositions, hearings, and trials.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing with attorneys, staff and external contacts.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize work in a dynamic and complex environment to meet deadlines and daily requirements.
• Strong attention to detail, including superior spelling and grammar.
• Ability to provide quality client service to both internal and external contacts.
• Ability to work effectively, both independently and with others in a cooperative, enthusiastic, and friendly manner to accomplish position functions and participate in team goals.
• Ability to communicate information with tact and courtesy.
• Ability to follow instructions effectively from a diverse group of clients, attorneys, and staff.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) Word, Excel, and PowerPoint preferred. Moderate typing skills.
• Ability to safely lift, move and carry items weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to travel or work overtime as necessary.

Education

The position requires a Bachelor’s Degree.

Experience

No experience necessary.

Our Firm is committed to fair and equitable compensation practice in accordance with applicable laws. Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus. The salary for this position may vary based on location, market data, an applicant’s skills and prior experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other factors.

Crowell & Moring LLP offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package. Our benefits include healthcare, vision, dental, retirement, and all-purpose leave and progressive options such as back up childcare, wellness programs, cultural events and social activities. We take great pride in our positive, friendly culture that rewards hard work and success, at the same time recognizing the importance of family and community service.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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US Pay Range

$57,500—$65,000 USD