Provides administrative and legal support to attorneys by managing case and deal documents, conducting research, preparing filings, coordinating litigation and closings, proofreading legal materials, monitoring court dockets, and handling correspondence. The role also supports corporate formations, UCC filings, document authentication, invoice processing, auditor requests, and client meetings. Requires strong organization, communication, attention to detail, Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat proficiency, and completion of a four-year degree before employment.
Build Your Career with Milbank!Milbank is a premier international law firm handling high-profile, complex cases and business transactions through 11 offices worldwide. Our offices work together on an integrated basis, giving us an extraordinary global presence and allowing us to serve a client base that includes the world's leading companies and financial institutions. Milbank is internationally recognized as a leader in major corporate/finance transactions (such as M&A, structured finance, banking, capital markets and project and transportation finance), litigation (including complex commercial, intellectual property, securities and white collar), financial restructuring, and trusts and estates.
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and collaborative professional to join our team. As an Entry-Level Legal Assistant, you will be responsible for providing legal assistant support to the attorneys in a particular practice area.
This position will require you to be in the office 4 days a week at our NYC Office (55 Hudson Yards). It will commence summer 2027.
Success in this role requires strong communication and collaboration, a proactive and adaptable approach, positive working relationships, and a commitment to exceptional results.
This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact and grow within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
What You'll Do- Manage and organize case files and document productions (includes document coding in databases).
- Conduct and compile research, maintain/update working group lists and organize due diligence documents.
- Deposition and trial preparation.
- Draft letters to clients and other counsel.
- Prepare Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) filings, order Lien searches and stay abreast of regulations relating to Article 9 of the UCC.
- Assist with the creation of corporations and limited liability companies, including preparation of formation documents, ordering searches and overseeing all filing requirements and maintenance obligations.
- Validate and process vendor invoices in a timely manner.
- Prepare responses to auditor requests.
- Coordinate filing and service of motions.
- Obtain pleadings from court dockets and monitor dockets.
- Assemble and distribute documents for hearings and client meetings.
- Maintain and update case contact information.
- File court documents electronically.
- Cite-check and bluebook briefs.
- Notarize documents, assist with notary authentication and apostilling/consularization of documents.
- Review and proofread legal documents (grammar/punctuation, definition/cross reference checks and book reads).
- Assist with closings, draft and review closing checklists and prepare closing binders in electronic and paper format for distribution.
- Load and organize closing sets and deal documents in relevant databases.
- Draft form documents/correspondence for deal participants.
- Other responsibilities as they may be assigned from time-to-time.
- A 4-year college degree required by the time employment commences.
- Strong client service and demonstrated written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to handle and complete multiple projects simultaneously with minimal supervision.
- Strong organizational skills and an ability to prioritize.
- Ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure.
- Strong attention-to-detail, spelling and grammar skills.
- Ability to think critically, analytically and exhibit sound judgment.
- Effective and proactive team player.
- Flexible and available to work overtime as needed (includes evening and weekend).
- Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat.
- Become a notary public within the first 6 months of employment.
- Available to report to work on regularly scheduled days and at the scheduled hour.
Our collaborative culture encourages knowledge sharing, professional growth, and partnership across teams. Employees can work alongside experienced professionals, contribute to meaningful initiatives, and make an impact in a dynamic and client-focused environment. If you're looking for a workplace where you can grow professionally, build strong relationships, and make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Our Benefits Include- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement savings plan
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee assistance and wellness programs
The anticipated base salary range offered for this role will be between $63,000 to $65,000 and represents the firm's good faith and reasonable estimate of the base compensation range. Actual base compensation will depend upon several factors, including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, performance, qualifications, degrees, and location as well as the needs of the firm. This position is eligible for overtime pay.
We look forward to learning more about you!
Milbank LLP New York, New York, USA Office
55 Hudson Yards, New York, New York, United States, 10001
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