Public Relations Manager

Taylor Root; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Taylor Root in New York seeks an experienced Public Relations Manager to support its Litigation practice. You will act as a strategic communications advisor to attorneys and practice leaders, developing and executing PR and media strategies to elevate the profile of the practice and its partners.

The role requires close collaboration with senior attorneys, strong writing and editing skills, and a track record in media outreach, press materials, and thought leadership for a top global law firm.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of legal public relations experience.
• Experience collaborating with litigation teams and attorneys.
• Strong media relations with proactive press outreach.
• Excellent writing and editing skills, including press releases and messaging.
• Understanding of the legal industry and litigation landscape.
• Ability to serve as a strategic advisor to senior attorneys and internal teams.

Skills

Public relations

Media relations

Litigation experience

Writing & editing

Strategic advisory

Legal industry knowledge

Job description

Public Relations Manager | Top Global Law Firm

A top global law firm is seeking an experienced Public Relations Manager to support its Litigation practice in New York. This role will serve as a strategic communications advisor to attorneys and practice leaders, developing and executing PR and media strategies that elevate the profile of the practice and its partners within Litigation groups.

Location: Midtown Manhattan

Schedule: Hybrid, 3 days per week in office

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of legal public relations experience required
• Must have experience working closely with litigation teams and attorneys
• Strong media relations experience, including proactive press outreach, reactive media and reporter relationships
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with experience developing press releases, messaging, thought leadership, award submissions and other communications
• Strong understanding of the legal industry and litigation landscape
• Ability to serve as a strategic advisor and collaborate effectively with senior attorneys and internal teams

This is an excellent opportunity to join the communications team of a top global law firm and work closely with a high-profile litigation practice on sophisticated media and PR initiatives.