Simpson Thacher & Bartlett
Overview
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is one of the world’s leading international law firms. The Firm was established in 1884 and has approximately 2,000 lawyers. Headquartered in New York with offices in Beijing, Boston, Brussels, Hong Kong, Houston, London, Los Angeles, Luxembourg, Palo Alto, San Francisco, São Paulo, Tokyo and Washington, D.C., the Firm provides coordinated legal advice and transactional capability to clients around the globe. Job Summary
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is seeking candidates interested in careers in the legal profession for a two-year position supporting the work of the Firm’s Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits (ECEB), Litigation, Private Funds and Real Estate practices. This is an opportunity for real‑world exposure to practice‑specific work, networking opportunities and professional mentorship within a top global law firm. The Paralegal is eager to work in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment and is responsible for performing a broad variety of tasks supporting a practice group. This role works 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 and categorize 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 filing 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, working with appropriate controls to ensure end‑to‑end project completion and proofreading work product Excellent organizational and communication skills Proficiency in MS Office applications Able to work in a fast‑paced environment, both independently and on a team Flexibility, time management and ability to prioritize tasks and deadlines Critical thinking and solution‑oriented mindset Present information clearly, concisely and accurately, both verbally and in writing Self‑starter who can organize, plan and multi‑task to complete work activities Ability to proofread for contextual, grammatical and spelling errors Flexibility to work late and on holidays/weekends, and 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 salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. This role is non‑exempt meaning it is overtime pay eligible. Simpson Thacher will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position. Privacy Notice
For information about how Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP collects and processes your personal information, please refer to our Privacy Notice available at https://www.stblaw.com/other/privacy-notice. EEO Statement
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett 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 pertains to every aspect of an individual’s relationship with the Firm, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training and development, promotion, transfer, discipline, termination, and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment.
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Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is one of the world’s leading international law firms. The Firm was established in 1884 and has approximately 2,000 lawyers. Headquartered in New York with offices in Beijing, Boston, Brussels, Hong Kong, Houston, London, Los Angeles, Luxembourg, Palo Alto, San Francisco, São Paulo, Tokyo and Washington, D.C., the Firm provides coordinated legal advice and transactional capability to clients around the globe. Job Summary
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is seeking candidates interested in careers in the legal profession for a two-year position supporting the work of the Firm’s Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits (ECEB), Litigation, Private Funds and Real Estate practices. This is an opportunity for real‑world exposure to practice‑specific work, networking opportunities and professional mentorship within a top global law firm. The Paralegal is eager to work in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment and is responsible for performing a broad variety of tasks supporting a practice group. This role works 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 and categorize 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 filing 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, working with appropriate controls to ensure end‑to‑end project completion and proofreading work product Excellent organizational and communication skills Proficiency in MS Office applications Able to work in a fast‑paced environment, both independently and on a team Flexibility, time management and ability to prioritize tasks and deadlines Critical thinking and solution‑oriented mindset Present information clearly, concisely and accurately, both verbally and in writing Self‑starter who can organize, plan and multi‑task to complete work activities Ability to proofread for contextual, grammatical and spelling errors Flexibility to work late and on holidays/weekends, and 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 salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. This role is non‑exempt meaning it is overtime pay eligible. Simpson Thacher will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position. Privacy Notice
For information about how Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP collects and processes your personal information, please refer to our Privacy Notice available at https://www.stblaw.com/other/privacy-notice. EEO Statement
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett 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 pertains to every aspect of an individual’s relationship with the Firm, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training and development, promotion, transfer, discipline, termination, and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment.
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