Job Description

A leading global law firm is seeking a Practice Specialist for its New York office. The Practice Specialist provides litigation support to attorneys, assistants, and paralegals across the firm's domestic offices, assisting with matters from initial filing through trial and appeal.

Responsibilities include formatting, editing, and managing legal documents such as pleadings and discovery; scheduling court dates, filing deadlines, and travel; and running conflict checks and opening new matters, including preparing engagement letters. The Practice Specialist works closely with attorneys and paralegals to prepare and file official correspondence, communicates regularly with the team, and carefully reviews work product before it goes to an attorney and again before it is sent or filed. The role also supports calendar management, case management, and billing and expense tasks.

Candidates should have at least four years of law firm litigation experience, experience with document productions and e-discovery, and strong knowledge of state and federal court rules. A high school diploma or equivalent is required; a bachelor's degree or some college is preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Zoom, Teams, and a document management system is expected, along with availability for overtime as needed. The salary for this non-exempt role is up to $105,000, with a hybrid schedule of three days in the office and two days remote.