Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP · 1 day ago
Project Assistant
Wheeling, WV
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$47K/yr - $57K/yr
3+ years expOrrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP is a global law firm focused on delivering innovative solutions across various sectors. They are seeking a Project Assistant to support attorneys and paralegals in delivering quality legal services through various administrative and data-driven tasks.
Law Practice
Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of attorneys and paralegals, this position supports the delivery of quality legal services to clients by performing data driven tasks that require accuracy, strong attention to detail, organizational skills, strong written and oral communication skills, and technical sophistication
Support attorneys in the documentation associated with document collection, search, review, production, and other case team support. This includes assisting with flagging potential issues, tracking budgets, generating case metrics, and providing timely reminders
Maintain case and department SharePoint sites and perform document uploading and indexing
Assist in the organization and maintenance of physical and electronic matter materials
Compile special reports related to project staffing, productivity, and/or budget information
Maintain collection of matter statistics for future budget development
Review pre-bills for correct rates, spelling, and other details
Audit documentation to ensure standards are met and flag any discrepancies for Orrick Analytics Management
Develop and maintain internal Access databases to maximize efficiency and report/track project metrics
Export documents from case databases at the request of the Project Attorney or case team
Coordinate with vendors, track invoices, flag potential issues, and maintain a repository of important case documents
Support attorneys in preparation of privilege logs through the utilization of custom programs and workflows
Perform electronic searches for defined terms or concepts using databases, deposition, and document searching software
Review deposition transcript testimony for key facts and helping compile witness outlines
Compile and organize transcripts and exhibits
Utilize Excel advanced formulas and macros to analyze and compare multiple exhibit lists
Coordinate with clients, attorneys, and staff to facilitate client collection efforts
Perform internal Orrick collections through Evault and Exchange for Risk Management matters
Prepare preservation copies of custodial Outlook accounts through Evault and Exchange
Update preservation documentation in accordance with Risk Management processes
Assist with firm-wide preservation reminder process utilizing mail merge and other automation software
Oversee third-party vendor involvement in litigation matters, including performing quality control checks on vendor work product
Analyze Data Room to prepare an index of contents, identify missing materials, and establish review workflows
Review a variety of agreements and extract key data points for attorney review
Generate signature pages and assist with distributing, tracking execution status, and compiling completed signature pages
Coordinate with attorneys and staff to manage e-signature workflow
Assist with corporate document audits, including review and indexing of board materials, share issuances, bylaws, employment agreements, and formation documents
Prepare closing binders and coordinate with third-parties for printing and distribution
Administer and maintain transactional due diligence software, including creating workspaces, issuing log-in credentials, loading documents, and exporting review results
Qualification
Required
Candidates need to be detail-oriented, have a flexible work schedule and demonstrate excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills
Ability to become familiar with the procedures, terminology and documents relating to complex litigation matters
Ability to work effectively and proactively within a team environment
Strong analytical skills and the ability to identify and index case-related documents
Excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and various other databases
Strong time-management skills and the ability to work in a dynamic environment; ability to coordinate multiple tasks concurrently
Preferred
A bachelor's degree is preferred or equivalent work experience
Advanced experience with Excel is strongly preferred
Strong process and personnel management background with 3-5 years of experience in progressive positions of responsibility
Benefits
Full range of elective health benefits including medical, dental, vision and life
Robust mental well-being programs
Child, family, elder, and pet care benefits
Short- and long-term disability and industry leading parental leave benefits
Health savings account contributions (w/applicable medical plan)
Flexible spending accounts
401K program
Compensated time off through our Paid Time Off program
Paid holidays
Company
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
Orrick is a global law firm focused on serving the Technology & Innovation, Energy & Infrastructure, Finance and Life Sciences & HealthTech sectors.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2.5M2023-12-29Undisclosed· $2.5M
Leadership Team
David Fries
Chief Financial Officer
Aaron Rubin
Partner
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