Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP
Overview
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is one of the world’s leading international law firms, established in 1884 and supporting about 2,000 lawyers. The firm is headquartered in New York and has offices in Beijing, Boston, Brussels, Hong Kong, Houston, London, Los Angeles, Luxembourg, Palo Alto, San Francisco, São Paulo, Tokyo and Washington, D.C., delivering coordinated legal advice and transactional capability worldwide.
Job Summary The Paralegal will work in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment supporting the Firm’s Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits, Litigation, Private Funds and Real Estate practice groups, under the direction of an experienced attorney or Senior Paralegal.
Responsibilities
Maintain well‑organized client files and records in compliance with Firm guidelines
Update document‑management platforms and databases, categorising documents for efficient accessibility
Create calendars, manage deadlines and distribute materials as necessary
Retrieve and prepare materials as needed by legal teams
Prepare documents for filing and submission, including proofreading, formatting, and compiling exhibits, appendices and trackers
Arrange filings and service deliveries with appropriate government agencies, courts and opposing/other parties
Assist with document collection and production
Track documents, deliveries and end‑to‑end project tasks to ensure timely completion
Conduct research from a variety of resources such as newspapers, magazines, libraries, case documents and trade associations, and internal and external document databases and systems
Liaise with internal departments and outside vendors
Collaborate with legal teams on assigned projects to ensure a specific outcome or standard
Perform other tasks as assigned by legal teams
Be flexible to adjust hours to meet departmental needs
Required Skills
Strong attention to detail, with appropriate controls to ensure end‑to‑end project completion and proofreading of work product
Excellent organisational and communication skills
Proficiency in MS Office applications
Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, independently and on a team
Flexibility, time‑management and prioritisation of tasks and deadlines
Critical thinking and solution‑oriented mindset
Clear, concise, and accurate presentation of information, both verbally and in writing
Self‑starter capable of organising, planning and multitasking to complete work activities
Ability to proofread for contextual, grammatical and spelling errors
Flexibility to work late, on holidays or weekends, and to travel when necessary
Required Education
Bachelor’s degree
Salary Information NY Only: The estimated base salary range for this position is $60,000 – $65,000 at the time of posting.
The actual offer will be based on qualifications, experience, education, certifications, and location.
This role is non‑exempt and eligible for overtime pay.
the firm will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
EEO Statement Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
The firm prohibits discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national‑origin, citizenship status, disability, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other legally protected status.
This policy applies to every aspect of an employee’s relationship with the firm, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training and development, promotion, transfer, discipline, termination, and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment.
Privacy Notice For information about how Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP collects and processes your personal information, please refer to our
Privacy Notice .
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Job Summary The Paralegal will work in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment supporting the Firm’s Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits, Litigation, Private Funds and Real Estate practice groups, under the direction of an experienced attorney or Senior Paralegal.
Responsibilities
Maintain well‑organized client files and records in compliance with Firm guidelines
Update document‑management platforms and databases, categorising documents for efficient accessibility
Create calendars, manage deadlines and distribute materials as necessary
Retrieve and prepare materials as needed by legal teams
Prepare documents for filing and submission, including proofreading, formatting, and compiling exhibits, appendices and trackers
Arrange filings and service deliveries with appropriate government agencies, courts and opposing/other parties
Assist with document collection and production
Track documents, deliveries and end‑to‑end project tasks to ensure timely completion
Conduct research from a variety of resources such as newspapers, magazines, libraries, case documents and trade associations, and internal and external document databases and systems
Liaise with internal departments and outside vendors
Collaborate with legal teams on assigned projects to ensure a specific outcome or standard
Perform other tasks as assigned by legal teams
Be flexible to adjust hours to meet departmental needs
Required Skills
Strong attention to detail, with appropriate controls to ensure end‑to‑end project completion and proofreading of work product
Excellent organisational and communication skills
Proficiency in MS Office applications
Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, independently and on a team
Flexibility, time‑management and prioritisation of tasks and deadlines
Critical thinking and solution‑oriented mindset
Clear, concise, and accurate presentation of information, both verbally and in writing
Self‑starter capable of organising, planning and multitasking to complete work activities
Ability to proofread for contextual, grammatical and spelling errors
Flexibility to work late, on holidays or weekends, and to travel when necessary
Required Education
Bachelor’s degree
Salary Information NY Only: The estimated base salary range for this position is $60,000 – $65,000 at the time of posting.
The actual offer will be based on qualifications, experience, education, certifications, and location.
This role is non‑exempt and eligible for overtime pay.
the firm will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
EEO Statement Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
The firm prohibits discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national‑origin, citizenship status, disability, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other legally protected status.
This policy applies to every aspect of an employee’s relationship with the firm, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training and development, promotion, transfer, discipline, termination, and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment.
Privacy Notice For information about how Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP collects and processes your personal information, please refer to our
Privacy Notice .
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