Remote Global Legal Documents Specialist

Vinson Elkins; New York (NY); Remote; USD 77,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Vinson & Elkins LLP in New York, NY is seeking a Global Document Specialist to produce transactional and litigation documents using a range of firm software. The role demands precise word processing, strong organization, and the ability to meet tight deadlines.

You will format, convert, transcribe audio, prepare electronic trial notebooks and PDF portfolios, and ensure confidentiality and accuracy across all materials in a fast-paced legal environment.

Qualifications

• Three years legal word processing experience working in a law firm or legal environment required.
• Must score 55 wpm with a 2% or less error rate on the firm’s legal typing test and 76% or higher on the firm’s legal spelling test. Must successfully complete a Word skills assessment.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word for document automation, formatting and editing; working knowledge of PowerPoint, Excel, Visio and Outlook; proficiency in document management system (DMS) software, comparison software, and PDF conversion and editing tools.

Responsibilities

• Creates, formats and revises a wide variety of documents, including transactional and litigation documents, using appropriate Firm software applications.
• Transcribes audio files, generates comparisons; creates electronic trial notebooks, electronic closing sets and PDF portfolios; marks and generates Table of Authorities; and handles various other word processing-related tasks.
• Carefully follows instructions and established Firm and departmental procedures.
• Proofreads completed work thoroughly for accuracy.
• Maintains confidentiality and security of sensitive information at all times.

Skills

Legal word processing

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Visio

Outlook

DMS software

PDF editing tools

Job description

Vinson & Elkins LLP in New York, NY is seeking a Global Document Specialist to produce transactional and litigation documents using a range of firm software. The role demands precise word processing, strong organization, and the ability to meet tight deadlines.

You will format, convert, transcribe audio, prepare electronic trial notebooks and PDF portfolios, and ensure confidentiality and accuracy across all materials in a fast-paced legal environment.