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Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP · 9 hours ago

Manager, Professional Development - Litigation

New York, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$200K/yr - $225K/yr

3+ years exp

Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP is an elite global law firm known for its exceptional legal services. The Manager, Professional Development - Litigation will oversee work allocation and performance development for the Civil and IP Litigation groups, while also coordinating the performance review process and supporting the onboarding of new attorneys.

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Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Work closely with staffing partners in our Civil Litigation and IP Litigation practice areas to manage work allocation across each group

Monitor attorneys' availability and professional development

Create reports for litigation partners to assist with staffing and utilization

Track attorneys' experience in order to maximize variety of work, exposure to different partners and counsel, and development of new skills

Assist with staffing 1st - 3rd year and White Collar and Antitrust associates as needed

Coordinate the performance evaluation process for Civil and IP associates and counsel

Prepare written review summaries for all Civil and IP associates and counsel

Provide oral summary reports on associates and counsel during review meetings and help identify performance issues and training needs

Track and facilitate the realization of Professional Development Priorities identified during year-end review process

Advise 4th year - senior associates in the Civil and IP litigation practice groups on professional development goals and progress

Meet regularly with Civil and IP attorneys to monitor morale, answer questions, and address any concerns

Prepare data for discussion with practice group and firm leadership regarding professional development and retention of attorneys

Make recommendations for improving associate recruiting and retention

Organize regular practice group meetings and social gatherings

Conduct orientation for lateral attorneys in Civil and IP

Provide support to new parents; manage re-integration and conduct regular check-in meetings

Assist with secondment requests, follow-up and re‑integration

Work with practice group leaders, knowledge management team and other PD managers to identify training needs and skill gaps, and organize training programs to address those needs

Qualification

JD degreeLitigation practice familiarityExcel proficiencyPowerPoint presentation skillsProfessional composureClient service commitmentTime managementDetail-orientedCreative problem solvingInterpersonal communicationTeam collaborationConfidentiality

Required

Strong time-management skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks quickly and efficiently

Detail-oriented, organized and driven, with the desire to take ownership of projects and responsibilities, but to also work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment

Able to propose creative solutions to challenging problems

Ability to maintain utmost discretion of confidential information

Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

Ability to work confidently and collaboratively with individuals at all levels of the organization

Ability to establish rapport and build relationships and credibility with internal stakeholders

Ability to maintain professional composure in high-pressure situations and a fast-paced, multi-authority environment

Highly motivated, responsive and conscientious, with a commitment to delivering excellent client service

Availability during standard office hours and the ability to respond to email promptly outside of standard office hours and on weekends is essential

Familiarity with Excel and comfortable creating and presenting PowerPoint presentations expected

A minimum of three to five years' post-graduate experience in a law firm or professional services organization expected

Experience collaborating with partners in a large law firm setting expected

Preferred

JD degree preferred

Familiarity with Litigation practice preferred

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Company

Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP

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Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP (including its associated entities) is an elite global law firm with world-class practices across the board.

Founded in 1849

New York, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.davispolk.com

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