Hybrid Legal Analyst, Litigation

at Goodwin

• Job title: Legal Analyst, Litigation
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: $65,000 - $85,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Boston, United States

About the role

• Legal Analyst supporting Supreme Court and Appellate Litigation practice at Goodwin Procter. Assisting with marketing, client development, and Supreme Court matters for professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for key business development initiatives as determined by the Client Development team in partnership with the firm’s Supreme Court and Appellate practice
• Assist with tracking and summarizing Supreme Court and appellate matters
• Develop familiarity with the work of the Supreme Court by analyzing Supreme Court arguments, opinions, and pending cases in the Supreme Court and courts of appeals
• Perform background research about clients, potential clients, and cases, including monitoring an array of current news sources and blog posts as well as online databases
• Develop and maintain presentation and webinar materials, including Supreme Court previews, Supreme Court reviews, and presentations regarding Supreme Court and appellate matters
• Support the process of developing pitches, proposals, marketing materials, and RFP responses, primarily for Supreme Court and appellate matters
• Working with the Client Development team, perform basic competitive intelligence and marketing research in preparation for client and prospect meetings, pitches/proposals, and other business development initiatives
• Monitor industry news/developments, and assist in identifying thought leadership opportunities
• Maintain practice marketing materials, including practice group descriptions, brochures, slide decks, client alerts, and practice-specific lists
• Provide support for both in-person and virtual events and presentations
• Develop a strong understanding of essential firm technologies, software, and websites including Microsoft Dynamics, Foundation, PACER, and Westlaw
• Additional responsibilities as needed to support Client Development and work of Goodwin’s litigation teams overall

Requirements

• BA, BS, or equivalent
• Undergraduate experience with law-related courses and/or extracurriculars is preferred, as well as an interest in attending law school
• Some experience (co-op, internships, entry-level experience) in communications or marketing and in a professional services environment is a plus
• Experience in empirical data gathering and analysis is preferred
• Excellent writing, editing, and analytical skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong interest in learning about the U.S. Supreme Court
• Positive attitude with the ability to think objectively and creatively, and to work both independently and within a team
• Ability to manage multiple projects while prioritizing assignments
• Strong computer and research skills, including web-based research.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements and hybrid work schedule
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement & Savings Plan
• Emergency back-up child and adult care
• Paid vacation, sick time off, and holidays
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities
• Employee recognition and reward programs
• Employee wellness and assistance programs
• Employee discounts and perks