New

Legal Assistant

White & Case LLP
vision insurance, parental leave, 401(k)
United States, New York, New York
1221 Avenue of the Americas (Show on map)
Apr 30, 2026
Our Antitrust Practice provides specialized legal counsel on complex antitrust and competition law matters, guiding clients through the competitive landscape of global markets. We focus on a broad range of issues, including merger clearance, cartel investigations, monopolization, class action defense, pharmaceutical antitrust litigation, state aid awards, foreign direct investment and compliance. Our team assists clients in structuring transactions to comply with antitrust laws, represents them in regulatory reviews and enforcement actions, and defends against allegations of anti-competitive conduct. By leveraging our deep knowledge of antitrust laws and extensive experience with regulatory bodies worldwide, we help clients manage risks, achieve strategic business objectives and maintain a competitive advantage in an evolving market environment. Duties and Accountabilities1 ____________________________________________________________________________ In addition to the duties described in the Position Summary, Legal Assistants are required to assist other legal teams on an as-needed basis. Legal Assistants will acquire an understanding of the mechanics of civil litigation, including pleadings and discovery tools. This will be achieved by attending virtual and in-person training sessions and workshops, and through general on-the-job experience. Such general work may include: * Legal and factual research * Participation and preparation of documents for production * Maintenance and indexing of case files * Preparation of material for depositions, witness interviews, etc. * Summarizing and digesting transcripts * Exhibit preparation for pleadings, trials, hearings, etc. * Cite checking and shepardizing legal memoranda, briefs, articles, opinions, etc. and creation of Tables of Authorities and of Contents * Preparing pleadings and supporting materials for filing or service * Creating electronic and hard copies of trial books, case binders, etc. * Preparing for and attending depositions, hearings, trials * Arranging for court reporters, interpreters, conference rooms, etc. * Creating charts, graphs, tables, etc. for data analysis * Utilizing firm resources to accomplish above tasks * Preparing daily time entries for services performed * Utilizing e-discovery software programs and other spreadsheet and database programs as needed to perform client projects Qualifications and Requirements ____________________________________________________________________________ * Four year college degree with a minimum G.P.A. of 3.5 * Strong academic background * Clear and concise writing skills * Good verbal communication skills * Related work and/or internship experience * Excellent organizational skills * Willingness and ability to work overtime and long hours * Basic knowledge of and proficiency with Microsoft Office * Familiarity and competency with technology * Ability to follow through on projects * Ability to work under pressure and with a variety of personalities * Ability to work with and liaise with colleagues in other internal departments * Excellent professional references * Excellent judgment * High ethical standards * Ability to maintain confidentiality * Ability to travel as needed * Foreign language skills a plus (especially Spanish) NY Salary Range $61,000 - $68,000 This role reports to Partner Equal Opportunities White & Case is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and is committed to creating a fair workplace. It is our Firm's policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require an accommodation during the process should contact talent.acquisition@whitecase.com. Benefits at White & Case White & Case LLP offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs to all eligible employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, 401(k) retirement savings, vacation time, and leave programs (including parental leave). Exempt roles are also performance bonus eligible. The Firm may modify and amend any job description at any time in its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment. The above is only a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties. New York Pay Range: -. Salary range in other markets will vary. Note to Recruitment Agencies Our internal Recruitment team manages all aspects of lateral hiring. All agencies must have signed terms of business-specific to the relevant office-before submitting any candidates. CVs or applications sent directly to White & Case partners or employees will also not be considered formal introductions. If you have questions, please contact the relevant Recruitment team. We work with our preferred suppliers when engaging agencies.