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Assistant, Legal Support Services

Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP (including its associated entities) is an elite global law firm with world-class practices across the board. Clients know they can rely on us for their most challenging legal and business matters. From offices in the world’s key financial centers and political capitals, our more than 1,000 lawyers collaborate seamlessly to deliver exceptional service, sophisticated advice and creative, practical solutions.
Job title
Assistant, Legal Support Services - Legal Support Services
Location
New York
Department
Legal Support
Reports to

Director, eDiscovery Management

Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt
Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 9:30 am – 5:30 pm (overtime as required)

Position Summary

The Assistant, Legal Support Services provides administrative, technical and organizational assistance to the Legal Support Services department, with a focus on supporting the eDiscovery Management group. This is a dynamic position requiring the ability to demonstrate professionalism, effective communication skills, proactivity and the use of good judgment as a valued member of a support team.

Essentials Duties and Responsibilities

Typical responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Coordinate administrative responsibilities for the Legal Support Services department
  • Assist with periodic reporting, including budget, P&L, project status, and monthly productivity reports
  • Track department latenesses, absences, vacations and coverage
  • Establish and maintain calendar for principals and department
  • Enter legal time and make travel arrangements for principals and department
  • Monitor PTO requests and correspond with appropriate parties for approval
  • Maintain eDiscovery media supply inventory and media library; retrieve stored media for group and follow protocol for checking out media
  • Prepare certificates of destruction for media to be destroyed, if applicable
  • File and index documents and media using appropriate platforms
  • Organize client, vendor and internal meetings
  • Process and submit reimbursable expenses and disbursements for department
  • Accurately inventory and prepare materials for off-site storage
  • Assist with maintenance and updates of Legal Support Services intranet pages
  • Create, revise, print, and proofread correspondence, memoranda and other documents
  • Assist with research and special projects, as needed
  • Organize and maintain LSS department files
  • Answer and place telephone calls professionally; take accurate and complete messages
Qualifications / Position Requirements
  • Ability to manage a varied workload and meet deadlines
  • Must be punctual and reliable
  • Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Adobe and other applications as needed
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Must be able to work collaboratively with lawyers and staff, demonstrating strong teamwork and a positive and proactive attitude
  • Flexibility in daily schedule to accommodate unexpected situations arising from Legal Support Services department needs
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to proofread typed material for typographical, spelling and grammatical errors
  • Ability to type with speed and accuracy
  • Ensure confidentiality of all of the firm’s and clients’ documentation and information
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Education and/or Experience
  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree
  • Minimum of two years of experience preferred
Compensation

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $65,000 - $70,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, anticipated assignment, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Davis Polk offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

To apply, please email a resume and cover letter.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.