Legal Assistant

Our Private Wealth & Family Offices Practice specializes in supporting high-net-worth individuals and families worldwide with the accumulation, management, transfer and protection of personal wealth. Renowned for our expertise in trusts and estates as well as estate litigation, we represent many of the world’s leading families, Fortune 500 executives and corporate fiduciaries. Our team provides expertise and guidance on estate and succession planning, wealth structuring, tax optimization and philanthropic endeavors. By seamlessly combining extensive legal expertise with a deep understanding of our clients’ unique needs, we help safeguard family legacies and achieve long-term financial goals. The Legal Assistant will work directly with the lawyers and the Fiduciary Accountant in Private Wealth practice to perform duties (not all-inclusive) include the following: Prepare and coordinate the filing of pleadings in Surrogate’s Court proceedings; monitor file status, deadlines and developments Assist in the assembly, preparation and filing of trust and estate accountings and federal and state estate tax returns Prepare and/or coordinate the execution of estate planning and related corporate and transactional documents Prepare summaries of estate planning documents Assist in maintenance of the group’s forms library Maintain, and prepare and coordinate the entry and filing of client documents into, the Firm’s client vault Conduct legal research on specific aspects of state trust and estate law and court procedures Assist in onboarding of new matters Qualify to act as a notary public and notarize documents Offsite client visits in connection with document execution and other client requests Assist with preparation of Private Wealth & Family Offices business development and training materials Education and Qualifications Four year college degree with a minimum G.P.A. of 3.5 Clear and concise writing skills Well organized and able to meet deadlines Good verbal communication skills Ability to work independently and follow through on projects Ability to work under pressure and with a variety of personalities Willingness and ability to work overtime and long hours, as needed Excellent professional references Good judgment High ethical standards Strong knowledge of all components of Windows Office, including Word, Powerpoint and Excel 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. Firm Summary White & Case is an elite global law firm serving leading companies, financial institutions and governments worldwide. With a long history as an international firm, we are well-positioned to help clients resolve their most complex legal challenges wherever they may arise. Operating across six continents and working in virtually every country, we have invested heavily in building a high-quality, full-service practice that competes at the top of the market. We are distinguished by our on-the-ground presence in key financial markets and our expertise in handling complex cross-border work. What sets us apart is not just our global network of offices but the interconnectedness of our Firm. Our people and clients value our collaboration across geographic and practice boundaries, which is why we attract and retain significant cross-border work. Representing multiple nationalities from across the world and speaking a vast array of languages, our lawyers and Business Services professionals are globally minded, enterprising, and committed to excellence.