We are seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative product paralegal to join Okta’s Product Legal Team. In this role, you will be a key contributor in a fast-paced and highly cross-functional environment, providing essential support to the development and launch of innovative products. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and communication skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and an interest in technology and process improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct intakes, including stakeholder interviews, to gather and document information about new products and features for attorney review.
• Assist attorneys with the initial review of products and features, using checklists and playbooks to help identify potential legal issues for further legal analysis.
• Help create and scale tools, processes, and knowledge to enhance the efficiency of the product counseling function.
• Develop and maintain organized records of product features and the corresponding legal guidance provided by the team's attorneys.
• Assist in tracking applicable laws, rules, and regulatory developments relevant to the team's work.
• Update and maintain the Product Legal team’s checklists, playbooks, and guidelines.
• Under attorney supervision, assist with drafting, reviewing, and preparing legal documents for attorney approval, such as inbound vendor agreements, outbound sales agreements, and NDAs.
• Execute Open Source Software program procedures for reviews of inbound code usage and outbound release requests.
• Assist in managing and coordinating training and other team programs for various organizations within the company.
• Build strong, collaborative relationships with cross-functional partners across Okta to support complex, multi-stakeholder projects.
• Maintain metrics and controls for the team and its programs.
• Support other legal team projects and initiatives as they arise.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree; a degree in a technical field or operations management is a plus.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience providing paralegal support, preferably within an in-house legal department or a law firm.
• Proficiency with office productivity tools (e.g., Microsoft Office, GSuite) and communication platforms (e.g., Slack, Confluence).
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience interacting with clients or internal stakeholders in a cross-functional setting.
• A demonstrated interest in technology and process improvement.

Desired Skills:

• Demonstrated experience reviewing and drafting agreements in a support capacity.
• Working knowledge of technology transactions, intellectual property, open source software, and data privacy matters is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with artificial intelligence tools is strongly preferred.

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We are seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative product paralegal to join Okta’s Product Legal Team. In this role, you will be a key contributor in a fast-paced and highly cross-functional environment, providing essential support to the development and launch of innovative products. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and communication skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and an interest in technology and process improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct intakes, including stakeholder interviews, to gather and document information about new products and features for attorney review.
• Assist attorneys with the initial review of products and features, using checklists and playbooks to help identify potential legal issues for further legal analysis.
• Help create and scale tools, processes, and knowledge to enhance the efficiency of the product counseling function.
• Develop and maintain organized records of product features and the corresponding legal guidance provided by the team's attorneys.
• Assist in tracking applicable laws, rules, and regulatory developments relevant to the team's work.
• Update and maintain the Product Legal team’s checklists, playbooks, and guidelines.
• Under attorney supervision, assist with drafting, reviewing, and preparing legal documents for attorney approval, such as inbound vendor agreements, outbound sales agreements, and NDAs.
• Execute Open Source Software program procedures for reviews of inbound code usage and outbound release requests.
• Assist in managing and coordinating training and other team programs for various organizations within the company.
• Build strong, collaborative relationships with cross-functional partners across Okta to support complex, multi-stakeholder projects.
• Maintain metrics and controls for the team and its programs.
• Support other legal team projects and initiatives as they arise.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree; a degree in a technical field or operations management is a plus.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience providing paralegal support, preferably within an in-house legal department or a law firm.
• Proficiency with office productivity tools (e.g., Microsoft Office, GSuite) and communication platforms (e.g., Slack, Confluence).
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience interacting with clients or internal stakeholders in a cross-functional setting.
• A demonstrated interest in technology and process improvement.

Desired Skills:

• Demonstrated experience reviewing and drafting agreements in a support capacity.
• Working knowledge of technology transactions, intellectual property, open source software, and data privacy matters is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with artificial intelligence tools is strongly preferred.

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ABOUT THE TEAM

The Legal Operations team is responsible for optimizing the efficiency and effectiveness of the Legal Department at Anduril and works cross-functionally to streamline workflows, automate routine tasks, implement best practices and support regulatory compliance efforts. With the overarching aim of supporting the Company’s overall strategic goals, the Legal Operations team acts as a bridge between legal, the Company’s business units, and outside counsel.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are looking for a Legal Operations Associate / Paralegal (non-lawyer position) to join our rapidly growing team in Orange County, California or Washington DC. In this role, you will be responsible for providing extensive paralegal, operational, and administrative support in a fast-paced environment to our multi-disciplinary team. You will help support, lead and develop contracts negotiation, knowledge management, document retention and management, process implementation and optimization, and special projects. This will require skills in legal research, drafting and editing, document management, project management and regulatory compliance. If you are someone who is scrappy, adaptable, loves to learn, and detail-oriented then this role is for you.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Triage and provide frontline support for requests from the Company to the legal department
• Prepare and maintain records and documentation, such as contracts, leases, letters of intent, waivers, and notices.
• Draft, review and redline contracts, e.g., NDAs, SaaS licenses, vendor contracts, engagement letters, teaming agreements, leases, etc.
• Be a partner to the lawyers on the team with respect to data requests, research, organizational filing and general project management
• Coordinate electronic signatures and manage our Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) tool and contract records
• Lead legal tech implementations, such as CLM, e-billing, matter management, or AI tools
• Oversee and evaluate opportunities to improve processes and increase scalability, identifying risks and mitigations
• Assist in the strategy development for new legal needs
• Collaborate directly with other departments in the company to streamline their legal needs and provide them with tools so they can help themselves with repeatable legal requests
• Oversee and champion various significant, material projects which will have significant impact on the company’s business, working with amorphous direction and tasking
• Develop lightweight workflows to keep the company organized and efficient

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 4 years of relevant experience
• Bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate
• Strong written and verbal communications skills and excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency in productivity & management tools such as AirTable, Slack, DocuSign, Jira, Salesforce, Oracle ERP, and/or Foundry.
• The ability to build strong relationships within the team and cross-functionally, including Real Estate, Procurement, Finance, and Growth/Business Development
• Proven experience in project managing small and large-scale projects from inception to execution
• Solutions oriented, experience developing and streamlining processes and creating efficiencies
• Quick learner and independent performer; you’re able to work with autonomy and are eager to make an impact on an organization including in topics that may be completely new to you
• Willing to wear multiple hats with shifting priorities and work on projects of all types, big and small
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
• A positive, team player attitude, good judgment, and eagerness to help others
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Interested in national security and changing the landscape of defense contracting
• At least 2 years’ experience with startup, defense, and/or in-house at a high-growth company strongly preferred
• At least 2 years’ experience at a nationally recognized law firm strongly preferred

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Legal Operations team is responsible for optimizing the efficiency and effectiveness of the Legal Department at Anduril and works cross-functionally to streamline workflows, automate routine tasks, implement best practices and support regulatory compliance efforts. With the overarching aim of supporting the Company’s overall strategic goals, the Legal Operations team acts as a bridge between legal, the Company’s business units, and outside counsel.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are looking for a Legal Operations Associate / Paralegal (non-lawyer position) to join our rapidly growing team in Orange County, California or Washington DC. In this role, you will be responsible for providing extensive paralegal, operational, and administrative support in a fast-paced environment to our multi-disciplinary team. You will assist with contracts negotiation, knowledge management, document retention and management, process implementation and optimization, and special projects. A key focus of this role will be maintaining our outside counsel relationships, legal billing operations, and vendor management. This will require skills in legal research, drafting and editing, document management, project management and regulatory compliance. If you are someone who is scrappy, adaptable, loves to learn, and detail-oriented then this role is for you.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Triage and provide frontline support for requests from the Company to the legal department
• Prepare and maintain records and documentation, such as invoices, billing guidelines, engagement letters, etc.
• Review, process and approve outside counsel invoices for accuracy, compliance with billing guidelines, and budget alignment
• Conduct periodic law firm performance reviews
• Draft, review and redline standard contracts, e.g., NDAs, SaaS licenses, vendor contracts, engagement letters, etc.
• Be a partner to the lawyers on the team with respect to billing and invoicing, data requests, research, organizational filing and general project support
• Coordinate electronic signatures and manage our Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) tool and contract records
• Support legal tech execution, such as maintaining our CLM, invoicing, matter management, or AI tools
• Support departmental stakeholders with recurring legal requests
• Work cross-functionally with Finance, Supply Chain and other departments
• Facilitate and assist in various projects, large and small
• Assist in the development of lightweight workflows to keep the company organized and efficient

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 2 years of relevant experience
• Bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate
• Strong written and verbal communications skills and excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Experience with productivity tools (e.g. AirTable, Slack, DocuSign, Jira) and familiarity with or willingness to learn contract or matter management systems.
• The ability to build strong relationships within the team and cross-functionally, including Finance, Supply Chain, and more
• Experience in supporting small and large-scale projects
• Solutions oriented, with interest in developing and streamlining processes and creating efficiencies
• Self-starter who is able to identify areas where they can assist;
• Willing to wear multiple hats with shifting priorities and work on projects of all types, big and small
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
• A positive, team player attitude, good judgment, and eagerness to help others

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Interested in national security and changing the landscape of defense contracting
• Experience with startup, defense, and/or in-house at a high-growth company strongly preferred
• Familiar with notarizations
• Exposure to Oracle ERP
• At least 1 year experience at a nationally recognized law firm or in house strongly preferred

Full job description

At Morgan & Morgan, the work we do matters. For millions of Americans, we're their last line of defense against insurance companies, large corporations or defective goods. From attorneys in all 50 states, to client support staff, creative marketing to operations teams, every member of our firm has a key role to play in the winning fight for consumer rights.

Some salient growth point highlights are as follows:

1. Of the $25 billion+ we have recovered on behalf of the people in 1988, we have recouped over $8 billion of this total in the past 2 years alone across all 50 states, Washington DC, and the US Virgin Islands.

2. We have doubled our national mega-marketing campaigns from $250M to $500M+ since 2023, making Morgan & Morgan the Number 1 company in the nation for out-of-home marketing spend in the nation. This past October, we proudly hired Geico Insurance’s former Head of Auto Marketing to serve as our new Chief Marketing Officer and continue our advancement.

3. Unlike the vast majority of our competitors, Morgan & Morgan is proud to employ attorneys who can truly call themselves trial attorneys. Last year, we tried 320 cases. In the coming years, we will double that annual number. Attorneys at Morgan & Morgan are not only expected to get trial experience and frequent exposure to the courtroom on their and their colleagues’ cases, they are required to. If you are seeking the opportunity to try cases frequently, we are confident that we can and will deliver.

4. Our attorneys are privy to world-class case docket management software, litigation resources, and a wealth of benefits in service of optimization and case development.

Summary

Morgan & Morgan is looking for a Personal Injury Litigation Attorney our quickly expanding practice of plaintiff's personal injury lawyers and supporting case staff in our beautiful offices in downtown Washington, DC

The Litigation Attorney will handle motor vehicle liability (MVA) / automobile accident cases, including trial prep, depositions leading to trial, complicated settlements, and in-court jury and bench trials, representing plaintiff clients in Virginia, DC and/or Maryland.

Our Personal Injury Litigation lawyers have support from a separate team of pre-suit attorneys and case managers, as well as assistance from seasoned trial partners, as needed. Additionally, each litigator will have a large case staff assisting them, including a dedicated paralegal and a dedicated legal assistant.

Our law firm’s generous and competitive compensation includes a base salary, guaranteed commission, and competitive ongoing commission fees / bonuses (uncapped), as well as a full benefits package including excellent insurance for employees, spouses, and dependents, as well as free parking downtown DC.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day handling of motor vehicle accident cases in Northern Virginia,  District of Columbia and/or Maryland.
• Drafting and filing of litigation documents to include pleadings, discovery requests, discovery responses, demands, motions and memoranda of law.
• Guide plaintiff clients through the case process
• Interaction with expert witnesses to include conferences, drafting of expert reports and affidavits
• Attendance and preparation for depositions, mediations, hearings, and court appearances on behalf of plaintiffs

Qualifications

• Law degree (J.D. / JD / Juris Doctor) from a fully ABA accredited law school
• An active member in good standing with the bar for the DC, Maryland or Virginia Bar. Virginia preferred.
• Ideally 2+ years of PI litigation experience (ideally motor vehicle / automobile liability / MVA)
• Ability to manage high volume of litigation cases and take them to trial
• Excellent client service and communication skills
• Self-starter driven by long-term career goals
• Superior writing and oral advocacy skills

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Summary

We are seeking a qualified Litigation Assistant to join our team. As a Litigation Assistant, you will be responsible for managing the law firm's day-to-day operations, including carrying out administrative services and supporting the legal team. This position's ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, exceptional problem-solving skills, and comfortable working in a fast-paced dynamic workplace.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative duties, such as scheduling calendar hearings and deadlines, organizing case files, and managing logistics
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes
• Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices
• Implement and improve upon administrative processes for more efficient workflow
• Collect, examine, and organize evidence and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparation
• Draft and proofread correspondence and legal documents, such as pleadings and contracts
• Research regulations, laws, and legal articles to assist with the preparation of reports, case files, and legal advice
• Manage client billing by preparing, finalizing, and sending out bills, as well as resolving billing issues in cooperation with the billing attorney
• Communicate with clients and witnesses to schedule meetings, interviews, and depositions
• Manage, organize, and maintain documents in paper or electronic filing systems
• Provide general administrative assistance, such as maintaining the attorney’s calendar and making travel arrangements
• Performs other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the business

Qualification

• High school diploma or GED
• Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Studies, Bachelor’s Degree, or a Paralegal Certificate (preferred)
• Experience in Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Premises, First Party or other injury related practice areas (preferred)
• At least 2 years of experience as an Administrative Assistant preferably in a law firm setting or in a corporate legal department
• Highly organized with the ability to multitask, prioritize, handle a fast-paced environment, and manage workload with a great attitude and minimal supervision
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including good presentation skills

This role is on-site, which gives you the chance to be fully immersed in the work and gain direct experience alongside the team. We’ve found that being in the office helps new team members get up to speed quickly and feel more connected.

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YOUR MISSION 

The Corporate Paralegal will support the Legal Department, providing comprehensive paralegal, regulatory, and legal operations support across all legal functions. Reporting directly to the Head of Corporate Legal, this role will support all attorneys within the department and serve as the department’s primary owner of legal administration, governance, regulatory filings, and legal operations systems. 

This position is ideal for a highly organized professional who is comfortable operating independently, managing compliance-driven workstreams and multiple competing priorities, supporting a mix of contract types, and serving as the connective tissue across contracts, corporate governance, compliance, and legal operations in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. 

 Responsibilities

• Draft, revise, format, and proof legal documents, including contracts, subcontracts, amendments, NDAs, teaming agreements, correspondence, and internal memoranda.
• Incorporate attorney comments, manage redlines, and maintain document version control.
• Coordinate execution logistics, including signature routing, notarization, and record retention.
• Schedule and support legal meetings, including preparation of agendas, materials, and follow-up actions.
• Prepare and file corporate annual reports, PAC filings, and other required federal, state, and local regulatory filings applicable to government contractors.
• Maintain calendars and trackers for regulatory and compliance deadlines.
• Manage entity registrations, good standing certificates, and annual filings across jurisdictions.
• Serve as primary administrator for contract lifecycle management (CLM) and contract review platforms, including intake, workflow routing, user access, and reporting.
• Maintain and improve legal department process documentation, checklists, and playbooks.
• Track legal metrics related to contracts, compliance, and workload to support leadership reporting.
• Support onboarding of new legal team members and coordination with outside counsel.
• Help develop internal reference materials and training aids for contracting and compliance processes.
• Assist with special projects, ad hoc initiatives, and maintenance of other legal documentation as needed and under attorney direction. 

Qualifications 

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree required; paralegal certificate preferred.
• 5-11 years of experience as a corporate or government contracting paralegal, preferably in an in-house environment.
• Experience supporting government contracts, subcontracts, or regulated industries.
• Familiarity with FAR/DFARS structure, government contractor compliance requirements, and audit support is strongly preferred.
• Experience with corporate annual reports and entity management. Additional experience with PAC filings a plus.
• Experience supporting commercial vendor and supplier contracts.
• Proficiency with CLM systems, document management platforms, and legal technology tools.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and document comparison/redlining tools. 

Compensation

• Base Salary: $90,000-$130,000
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave  

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience.

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Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation.  If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Nurse Paralegal position in our Washington D.C or Baltimore, Maryland office.

The Position

Wilson Elser's Washington D.C. Office seeks a Full Time Nurse Paralegal to join our expanding litigation team. This is an excellent opportunity for healthcare professionals seeking to expand their careers and who are interested in gaining fast-paced professional experience with a national law firm. Paralegal training will be provided if needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze and summarize medical records
• Create medical chronologies and narrative summaries of medical records
• Create billing record summaries in Excel
• Determine, prepare and organize materials needed for expert witness review
• Conduct investigative research on expert witnesses

Qualifications

• Licensed RN and Bachelor Degree Required
• Nurse Paralegal or Legal Nurse Consultant experience a plus, but paralegal training will be provided if needed
• Ability to quickly learn proprietary software systems and databases
• Strong written communication skills, including business writing and grammar
• Strong critical thinking skills
• Excellent organizational skills and a team player
• Ability to integrate into a fast-paced environment, manage deadlines and adapt to changing priorities to meet client needs
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel)

At Fried Frank, we’re a community of 800 lawyers and 500 business services professionals across New York, Washington, DC, London, Frankfurt, and Brussels. We advise leading corporations, investment funds, and financial institutions on high-stakes M&A, securities, regulatory matters, real estate, and litigation. Our culture is grounded in our core values — excellence, integrity and collaboration — and is designed to foster continuous learning, meaningful mentorship, and lasting professional growth. We are firmly committed to pro bono service and social justice, building on a proud legacy in civil rights. Our inclusive talent strategy is a core part of our broader talent management efforts and we remain steadfast in fostering a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to grow, thrive, and become their best professional and personal selves. Our business services professionals are integral to the firm’s success, driving innovation, operational excellence and exceptional client service across all areas of the firm. We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including comprehensive medical coverage, retirement plans and health and wellness initiatives designed to support your personal and professional wellbeing. We welcome passionate, driven individuals to join us, and be part of a team where you’ll be supported, inspired and empowered to build an exceptional career.

Position Summary: 

Provides dedicated administrative support to the FFHSJ Corporate & Tax Practice Group Center (PGC) attorneys on a designated schedule.  Collaborates with other Legal Executive Assistants (LEAs) and Business Services staff to ensure all attorneys in the PGC/cluster are properly supported.

Job Relationships:

Reports to the Manager of Legal Executive Assistant and Paralegal Services.  On a day-to-day basis, works under the direction of the attorneys assigned to the Corporate & Tax PGC. Coordinates overflow support for the attorneys with the Document Processing Center (DPC), and interfaces with other Fried Frank employees at all levels of administration.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Calendar management for attorneys in PGC (e.g. meetings, appointments, filing deadlines and client-related activities.)
• Client billing in accordance with Firm policies and procedures (i.e. prepare billing correspondence, edit bills and computations as directed by the billing partner). Enter attorney time using InTapp.
• Screen telephone calls; record accurate and detailed telephone messages.
• Coordinate travel arrangements (e.g. ground, rail and air) for attorneys and prepare related itineraries.
• Submit expenses through Emburse (e.g., travel expense reports and disbursement requests).
• Prepare conflict checks and prepare New Matter forms, Engagement Letters, etc.
• Document processing (e.g., revisions and comparisons) of legal documents and general correspondence. Utilizing document management software such as iManage.
• May compose and draft routine cover letters and documents for attorney review.
• Proofread documents for formatting, spelling and grammar; make document revisions and comparisons.
• Coordinate package deliveries with the Mail Room (e.g. messenger service, USPS, FedEx, etc.)
• Coordinate lengthy and complex document preparation with the Document Processing Center.
• Coordinate duplicating, printing and/or PDFing of documents with the Duplicating department.
• Greet and direct clients and visitors.
• Monitor and manage Bar/CLE credits and dues.
• Monitor, review and route incoming mail; deliver mail to attorneys’ offices and alert them about urgent matters.
• Schedule in-person conference room meetings and arrange refreshments, meals, audio/visual equipment, etc.
• Schedule virtual meetings via Microsoft Teams and other remote software.
• Request visitor clearance with Lobby Security.
• Enter activities and maintain and update contact names and addresses in InterAction/Outlook; maintain players and distribution lists.
• Coordinate file management with the Records Department by handling removal and storage of both physical and electronic client files as directed by attorneys and legal assistants.
• Occasional personal work.

Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma required; college or business school preferred.
• Experience: At least 4 years of experience in a similar position in a legal or corporate environment is required.

Skills and Abilities:

• Proven people management skills.
• Displays a high degree of integrity.
• Excellent customer service skills; team player.
• Effective impartial management style with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be resourceful, organized, and proactive in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent judgment and effective decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently with tight deadlines.
• Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
• Calm and effective under pressure.
• Knowledge of relevant firm computer software programs (e.g., Microsoft Office applications, Emburse, Intapp, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, LoopUp, InterAction, 3E, Litera Compare, Tungsten Power PDF), with the ability to learn new software and operating systems.

Keller Postman represents a broad array of clients in class and mass actions, individual arbitrations, and multidistrict litigation matters. With a particular emphasis on large-scale arbitration proceedings, we represent hundreds of thousands of clients across mass arbitration dockets, as well as high-profile mass tort, antitrust, privacy, product liability, employment, and consumer-rights matters. Our firm also acts as plaintiffs' counsel in high-stakes public-enforcement actions. Our mission is to achieve exceptional results for our clients, drive innovation in the practice of law, and pursue unparalleled excellence in everything we do.

Purpose:

Keller Postman seeks a Senior Arbitration Paralegal to support its growing practice representing claimants in high-volume, complex arbitration proceedings. This role will be heavily focused on managing all phases of arbitration matters—from pre-filing through hearings and post-award administration—often across thousands of individual claims. The Senior Arbitration Paralegal will be responsible for executing and overseeing complex workflows in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, with a strong emphasis on organization, process management, and attention to detail.

This individual will also spend approximately thirty percent of their time coordinating assignments within an assigned arbitration docket, as well as mentoring and training paralegals and legal assistants.

This in-person role may be based in Chicago, Washington, D.C., or Coral Gables, Florida. The compensation range for this full-time position is $60/hour to $90/hour, plus a year-end discretionary bonus and benefits.

Essential Functions:

• Coordinate and assign tasks to paralegals and legal assistants across large arbitration dockets, ensuring timely and accurate execution of filings and deadlines.
• Assist with training and development of legal support staff by coaching and mentoring, particularly on arbitration-specific processes and workflows.
• Manage all phases of arbitration matters, including demand preparation and filing, arbitrator selection, case administration, discovery coordination, hearing preparation, and post-award processes.
• Prepare and file arbitration demands, submissions, and supporting documentation with arbitration forums such as AAA, JAMS, and other providers.
• Track and manage high-volume arbitration filings, deadlines, and procedural requirements across multiple jurisdictions and arbitration forums.
• Coordinate arbitrator selection processes, including strike lists, rankings, and communications with arbitration administrators.
• Support hearing preparation by organizing exhibits, witness materials, and hearing binders; manage logistics for remote and in-person arbitration hearings.
• Maintain and oversee large datasets related to arbitration claims, ensuring accuracy in client information, claim status, and filing requirements.
• Conduct factual and legal research to support arbitration strategy and case development.
• Cite-check legal documents and ensure compliance with applicable arbitration rules and procedural requirements.
• Organize and maintain case files, client records, and arbitration materials in electronic systems, including NetDocuments and other case management platforms.
• Develop and implement scalable processes and workflows to efficiently manage high-volume arbitration matters.
• Communicate with arbitration forums, opposing counsel, clients, experts, and vendors as needed.
• Coordinate cross-functionally with internal teams (e.g., intake, data, and litigation support) to streamline arbitration processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Deep understanding of arbitration procedures, rules, and forums (e.g., AAA, JAMS), including mass arbitration processes.
• Experience managing high-volume case dockets or large-scale, multi-claim matters.
• Familiarity with California court rules and procedures. 
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage competing deadlines across hundreds or thousands of matters.
• Demonstrated proficiency in legal writing, document preparation, and citation practices (Bluebook familiarity preferred).
• Ability to coach, mentor, and develop junior team members.
• Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume, and evolving environment.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent time-management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively across teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) and legal systems (e.g., NetDocuments, PACER, Westlaw).

Education/Experience:

• Minimum of 6 years of paralegal experience required.
• Significant experience supporting arbitration matters, preferably high-volume or mass arbitration, strongly preferred.
• Experience managing complex case workflows across multiple jurisdictions or forums.
• Experience mentoring and training junior legal support staff.
• Experience working with arbitration platforms (e.g., AAA, JAMS) and/or high-volume filing systems preferred.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred.

Keller Postman represents a broad array of clients in class and mass actions, individual arbitrations, and multidistrict litigation matters. With a particular emphasis on large-scale arbitration proceedings, we represent hundreds of thousands of clients across mass arbitration dockets, as well as high-profile mass tort, antitrust, privacy, product liability, employment, and consumer-rights matters. Our firm also acts as plaintiffs' counsel in high-stakes public-enforcement actions. Our mission is to achieve exceptional results for our clients, drive innovation in the practice of law, and pursue unparalleled excellence in everything we do.

Purpose:

Keller Postman seeks a Senior Arbitration Paralegal to support its growing practice representing claimants in high-volume, complex arbitration proceedings. This role will be heavily focused on managing all phases of arbitration matters—from pre-filing through hearings and post-award administration—often across thousands of individual claims. The Senior Arbitration Paralegal will be responsible for executing and overseeing complex workflows in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, with a strong emphasis on organization, process management, and attention to detail.

This individual will also spend approximately thirty percent of their time coordinating assignments within an assigned arbitration docket, as well as mentoring and training paralegals and legal assistants.

This in-person role may be based in Chicago, Washington, D.C., or Coral Gables, Florida. The compensation range for this full-time position is $60/hour to $90/hour, plus a year-end discretionary bonus and benefits.

Essential Functions:

• Coordinate and assign tasks to paralegals and legal assistants across large arbitration dockets, ensuring timely and accurate execution of filings and deadlines.
• Assist with training and development of legal support staff by coaching and mentoring, particularly on arbitration-specific processes and workflows.
• Manage all phases of arbitration matters, including demand preparation and filing, arbitrator selection, case administration, discovery coordination, hearing preparation, and post-award processes.
• Prepare and file arbitration demands, submissions, and supporting documentation with arbitration forums such as AAA, JAMS, and other providers.
• Track and manage high-volume arbitration filings, deadlines, and procedural requirements across multiple jurisdictions and arbitration forums.
• Coordinate arbitrator selection processes, including strike lists, rankings, and communications with arbitration administrators.
• Support hearing preparation by organizing exhibits, witness materials, and hearing binders; manage logistics for remote and in-person arbitration hearings.
• Maintain and oversee large datasets related to arbitration claims, ensuring accuracy in client information, claim status, and filing requirements.
• Conduct factual and legal research to support arbitration strategy and case development.
• Cite-check legal documents and ensure compliance with applicable arbitration rules and procedural requirements.
• Organize and maintain case files, client records, and arbitration materials in electronic systems, including NetDocuments and other case management platforms.
• Develop and implement scalable processes and workflows to efficiently manage high-volume arbitration matters.
• Communicate with arbitration forums, opposing counsel, clients, experts, and vendors as needed.
• Coordinate cross-functionally with internal teams (e.g., intake, data, and litigation support) to streamline arbitration processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Deep understanding of arbitration procedures, rules, and forums (e.g., AAA, JAMS), including mass arbitration processes.
• Experience managing high-volume case dockets or large-scale, multi-claim matters.
• Familiarity with California court rules and procedures. 
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage competing deadlines across hundreds or thousands of matters.
• Demonstrated proficiency in legal writing, document preparation, and citation practices (Bluebook familiarity preferred).
• Ability to coach, mentor, and develop junior team members.
• Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume, and evolving environment.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent time-management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively across teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) and legal systems (e.g., NetDocuments, PACER, Westlaw).

Education/Experience:

• Minimum of 6 years of paralegal experience required.
• Significant experience supporting arbitration matters, preferably high-volume or mass arbitration, strongly preferred.
• Experience managing complex case workflows across multiple jurisdictions or forums.
• Experience mentoring and training junior legal support staff.
• Experience working with arbitration platforms (e.g., AAA, JAMS) and/or high-volume filing systems preferred.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred.

Keller Postman represents a broad array of clients in class and mass actions, individual arbitrations, and multidistrict litigation matters at the trial and appellate levels in federal and state courts. Serving hundreds of thousands of clients in litigation and arbitration, we have prosecuted high-profile mass tort, antitrust, privacy, product liability, employment, and consumer-rights cases. Our firm also acts as plaintiffs’ counsel in high-stakes public-enforcement actions. Our mission is to achieve exceptional results for our clients, drive innovation in the practice of law, and pursue unparalleled excellence in everything we do.   

Purpose: Keller Postman seeks a Senior Paralegal to support its practice of representing a broad array of clients as plaintiffs in complex litigation at the trial and appellate levels. The Senior Paralegal will be responsible for performing a variety of complex tasks in a fast-paced and demanding environment. Tasks and projects must be executed with a high level of attention to detail. The Senior Paralegal will spend approximately thirty percent of their time coordinating tasks and case assignments within an assigned practice area in addition to mentoring and training paralegals and legal assistants. 

This position will be based in our Washington, D.C., office.  The compensation range for this full-time position is $60/hour to $90/hour, plus a year-end discretionary bonus and benefits. 

Essential Functions: 

• Coordinate and assign tasks to paralegals and legal assistants for cases within an assigned practice area.
• Assist with training and development of legal support staff by coaching and mentoring to strengthen their skills and competencies.
• Administratively manage all phases of litigation, including pleadings, motion practice, discovery, and appellate procedures.
• Administratively manage all aspects of trials and hearings by preparing pretrial documents, managing trial transcripts, compiling, and tracking trial exhibits.
• Assist with the preparation, filing, and organization of pleadings, briefs, appeals, and other legal documents using Microsoft Word, CM/ECF, Docket Bird, and other systems.
• Conduct factual and legal research using Westlaw and other sources to organize for attorney use.
• Cite-check legal documents to conform citations and authorities to Bluebook standards, Shepardize authorities, and verify the accuracy of quoted material and cited exhibits.
• Organize and maintain case files, pleadings, expert materials, attorney notebooks, and other documents in hard copy and on electronic case-management systems, including NetDocuments.
• Implement and manage organizational systems to maintain case calendars, pleadings, correspondence, and related case documents utilizing firm software.
• Communicate with courts, outside counsel, clients, experts, and vendors when necessary.
• Coordinate with other areas/departments within the firm to develop efficient procedures/communications to streamline processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities: 

• Thorough understanding of litigation motion practice, discovery, arbitration, trial, and appellate procedures.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Bluebook citation formatting and legal citation practices, with meticulous attention to detail in legal writing and document preparation.
• Excellent organizational skills and high attention to detail.
• Ability to coach and train others to develop their skills and strengthen the talent of the team.
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced, high-volume, and demanding environment.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent time-management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to maintain a thorough understanding of rules and procedures for various federal and state jurisdictions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion and good judgment.
• Ability to multi-task and work independently or as part of a team.
• Skilled in managing complex litigation in multiple jurisdictions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Education/Experience: 

• A minimum of 10 years of Paralegal experience required.
• A minimum of 3 years of litigation experience strongly preferred.
• Trial experience strongly preferred.
• Experience mentoring and training junior-level legal support staff.
• Experience using the federal courts’ CM/ECF system, PACER, Bluebook, and Westlaw.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred.

Certificates/Licenses Required: 

• An ABA-approved Paralegal certificate is preferred.

Language Ability: 

• Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English.

Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation.  If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Paralegal position in our Seattle Office.

This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, with three days in the office and the option of two remote workdays each week.

The Position

This is an excellent opportunity for legal professionals seeking to expand their careers who are interested in gaining professional experience with a national law firm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Play a critical role in case preparation by obtaining medical records through authorizations and subpoenas, ensuring timely follow-ups with providers.
• Maintain and streamline case data with well-structured discovery and records organizational charts to enhance efficiency.
• Conduct vital research by issuing Public Records Requests and performing background investigations to support litigation strategy.
• Analyze and summarize medical records summaries and medical treatment chronologies that provide crucial case insights.
• Draft and prepare answers to Complaints. Support attorneys in depositions and discovery by preparing discovery requests and responses, witness disclosures, supporting declarations, and affidavits for ongoing matters.
• Support attorneys in depositions and discovery by summarizing transcripts, managing key documents, and ensuring timely follow-ups on requests.
• Manage and prepare document productions efficiently by reviewing, analyzing, and organizing files from insured.
• Communicate with client and claim representatives to ensure timely completion of discovery requests.
• Prepare and organize materials for expert witness review, ensuring they have the necessary documentation for case assessments.
• Keep case files impeccably organized and accessible, ensuring a smooth workflow for attorneys and litigation teams.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues to maintain a strong team dynamic and ensure smooth case progression.
• Provide comprehensive trial preparation support, including deposition designations, witness and exhibit management, preparation of pretrial materials, and coordination of trial logistics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Paralegal Certificate preferred.
• 4+ years of experience as a litigation paralegal, with a strong preference for those with insurance defense experience.
• Demonstrated experience billing time as a paralegal, with an understanding of law-firm billing practices and expectations.
• Exceptional writing and communication skills, ensuring clarity in documentation and correspondence.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, balancing multiple tasks with precision and efficiency.
• Proven ability to draft written discovery and maintain detailed records of received documents.
• Highly organized and detailed-oriented, with a keen ability to manage large volumes of case materials.
• Tech-savvy with sophisticated technical skills, including proficiency in legal research tools and case management software.

Position Overview

Immunome is seeking a highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented Contracts Manager to join its legal team. This role is ideal for a legal professional who excels at managing contract lifecycles while also being able to provide broader support across corporate, transactional, and compliance functions. The ideal candidate will have experience in the biotech or pharmaceutical industries and be comfortable supporting cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities 

Contracts Management

• Serve as the primary administrator for the company’s contract lifecycle management (CLM) system (e.g., Ironclad), including contract intake, routing, tracking, and archiving.
• Draft, review, and coordinate the execution of standard agreements, including NDAs, consulting agreements, SOWs, CTAs, MTAs, and vendor agreements.
• Identify and assess legal and business risks and escalate as necessary. 
• Ensure all contractual activities comply with internal policies, applicable laws and regulations, and industry best practices. 
• Maintain accurate records of contract status, key terms, and renewal/termination dates.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (R&D, Finance, Clinical) to ensure timely and compliant contract processing, including renewal or cancellation of existing contracts.
• Assist with improving and maintaining contract templates, playbooks, and process workflows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required. Paralegal certificate or JD, strongly preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of contracts management experience, biotechnology or life sciences industry experience is required.

Knowledge and Skills

• Deep understanding of contract structures, terms, and risk assessment.
• Proficiency with contract lifecycle management tools (e.g., Ironclad, ContractWorks).
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and client service skills; capable of working collaboratively across departments.
• Commitment to integrity and ethical conduct and ability to protect confidential information.
• Familiarity with software tools like DocuSign, Microsoft Office Suite, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Experience supporting clinical trial or research-related contracts, preferred.

Position Summary:

Are you a dynamic and motivated professional with experience managing paralegals and legal assistants in a fast-paced environment? If so, Democracy Forward Foundation (“Democracy Forward”) is looking for a Paralegal Manager to join our team.

We are seeking a Paralegal Manager who will pay an instrumental role in helping our Legal Team operate effectively and efficiently. This position will be responsible for the management, development, and support of the senior paralegals, paralegals, and legal assistants. This includes ensuring that legal filings in federal and state courts are error-free and timely, assigning and monitoring the progress of the legal support team’s work, identifying skill gaps and providing training, onboarding staff, regularly receiving and then sharing feedback from litigators and the legal support team, and providing back up paralegal support to litigation when necessary.

This position is full time and may require evening and weekend work when there are time-sensitive filings. Democracy Forward’s office is located in Washington, DC. While this position offers flexibility to work remotely, it requires regular in-office presence eight (8) times per month (averaging 2 times per week) to effectively support the nature of the role.

The Paralegal Manager will report to the Managing Attorney and work closely with the Deputy Managing Attorneys, the senior paralegals, the paralegals, the legal assistants, and the litigators.

Key Responsibilities:

Below are the key areas of responsibility for this role. The specifics of each responsibility may vary based on the needs of the organization and department.

Litigation:

• Partner with the legal support team and litigators to ensure that legal filings are excellent, error-free, timely, and meet the required standards for filing in federal and state courts.
• Partner with the legal support team to ensure that the litigators receive the support they require for their litigation.
• Collaborate with the managing attorney team to support litigation.

Management and Leadership of the Legal Support Team:

• Supervise a team of 7-12 senior paralegals and paralegals and 6-8 legal assistants.
• Manage, support, and develop the legal support team, including assigning work and serving as the primary point of contact for the legal support team on workflow.
• Conduct regular check-ins with the legal support team to ensure appropriate resource allocation and excellent work product and to solicit and provide feedback and professional development support.
• Identify skill gaps and provide training, development, feedback, and opportunities for growth for the legal support team, in collaboration with litigators and the managing attorney team.
• Develop relationships with the legal support team and the entire Legal Team to foster trust and confidence in the function and role of manager.
• Analyze and suggest improvements so that the legal support team provides excellent support to litigators and that legal support team members are integrated into litigation.
• Collaborate across teams at Democracy Forward.
• Support organizational leadership in cultivating a culture of accountability, inclusivity, and excellence, including through providing real-time support and skills-development for your team.

Qualifications:

We recognize that strong candidates may not meet 100% of the qualifications listed. If you believe you can contribute meaningfully to our team, we encourage you to apply.

• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent skills or experience in a legal, government, or nonprofit setting. The role may also be appropriate for someone with a JD.
• 15 or more years of experience in the legal and legal support field 
• 5 or more years of people management experience. 
• Collaborative leadership style with the ability to develop relationships of trust and confidence with colleagues across teams and departments.
• Demonstrated ability to creatively solve problems and improve and simplify systems.
• Significant experience managing paralegals and/or legal support professionals, including reviewing work, identifying areas of improvement, and providing feedback, support, and professional development opportunities.
• Ability to prioritize and work well under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to perform and train individuals on tasks required for filing in federal and state court, including cite checking, creating tables of contents and tables of authorities, organizing and preparing exhibits, filing complaints and ensuring effective service, admitting attorneys, and working in Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, PACER, ECF, and Westlaw.
• Experience hiring, onboarding, and supporting a growing team.
• Ability to work independently, within a team, across teams, and to be flexible in the face of changing demands.
• Well-developed collaborative and interpersonal skills including demonstrated self-awareness, commitment to diversity and inclusivity, and ability to work with colleagues and stakeholders across diverse cultures and backgrounds.

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

• This role may require occasional travel for litigation or conferences.
• This role may require working evenings and weekends when there are time-sensitive filings.

The salary range for this position is $130,000 - $155,000 commensurate with experience plus excellent benefits. Compensation is commensurate with experience.

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Administrator who wants to join a dedicated in-house legal team at a growing public company in the space sector. This role reports directly to the Associate General Counsel. The primary responsibilities of the role include serving as the internal communication hub for all matters related to performance issues for top accounts in order to help ensure all customer commitments are clearly understood, documented, and delivered on time. In addition, this role will support legal research and operational support. 

The ideal candidate will have experience administering program or contract performance compliance. Candidates with experience in manufacturing, space, government, or emerging technology industries will stand out. This role will appeal to candidates who are collaborative and committed to business-first outcomes. This is a great opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and make an impact with your skills and your enthusiasm.

This is a full-time, hybrid position which will require you to work from our San Francisco HQ or Arlington Office 3 days per week.

Impact You'll Own:

• Serve as the internal communication hub for all matters related to performance issues for top accounts in order to help ensure all customer commitments are clearly understood, documented, and delivered on time. 
• Partner with the Sales and Proposals teams in the pre-award phase to understand customer requirements and identify any known issues that may impact future performance. 
• Coordinate all activities related to post-contractual performance requirements, including maintaining detailed records itemizing requirements across multiple complex agreements with domestic and international customers to ensure timely delivery of goods and services to spec. 
• Partner with Subcontracts and Procurement teams to ensure customer’s requirements are fully understood and flowed through. 
• Develop DACI/RACI matrices to identify the parties who are responsible for specific tasks and maintain regular communication for status updates. 
• Develop strong partnership with Program Managers, Technical Support, and Customer Success Managers to ensure timely and detailed communications related to customer concerns. 
• Drive readiness for scheduled customer meetings and reports. 
• Identify, monitor, and respond to potential performance issues, including by drafting internal communications for a cross functional audience across all levels of the company. 
• Liaise as required with finance and accounting for issues related to payment obligations or delays. 
• Summarize contract performance and progress to senior and executive leadership. 
• Support legal research projects, including drafting internal memoranda. 
• Other legal team support as required.
• Identify and implement automated processes, using approved AI tools or other resources to maximize efficiencies.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field. 
• 4+ years of relevant experience. 
• Ability to collaborate and motivate cross functional teams to achieve goals.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills to effectively communicate with management, team members, stakeholders and vendors.
• Aptitude for identifying issues and obstacles and developing creative and effective solutions.
• Experience with project management software, contract management software, Google and Microsoft Office Suites. 
• Proficient organizational skills to manage tasks, priorities, and multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to develop, learn, and follow standardized processes and procedures. 
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with diverse individuals at all levels of an organization.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to tailor communication to the target audience.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment, where prioritization is required to be effective.

What Makes You Stand Out: 

• Experience with U.S. Government contracts under the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and/or Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplemental (DFARS), specifically FAR Part 12 procurements.
• National Contracts Management Association (NCMA) Certification (CFCM preferred), Paralegal Certificate, or other similar credentials. 
• Familiarity with contracting with domestic and international state and local governments. 
• Experience in the space sector.
• Passion for space technologies.
• Experience working at a public company.
• Ability to understand the financial aspects of contracts and risk quantification.
• Multilingual and/or experience working internationally.

Application Deadline:

June 5, 2026 at 11:59p PT

EAR/ITAR Requirements:

This position requires access to export-controlled information, and as such, employment (or hiring of a contractor) is contingent upon the candidate’s ability to access all applicable export-controlled information without additional export licensing being required by the Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls.

Benefits While Working at Planet:

These offerings are dependent on employment type and geographical location, based upon applicable law or company policy.

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution
• Generous Paid Time Off in addition to holidays and company-wide days off 
• 16 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Home Office Reimbursement
• Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning
• Equity
• Commuter Benefits (if local to an office)
• Volunteering Paid Time Off

Compensation:

The US base salary range for this full-time position at the commencement of employment is listed below.  Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary short-term and long-term incentives (bonus and equity). The final salary range is determined by job related experience, skills and location.  The range displays our typical hiring range for new hire salaries in US locations only.  Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Kostelanetz LLP is a boutique law firm that offers a paid internship (at $38.46 per hour) to a Spelman College rising senior interested in joining the firm as a full-time pre-law paralegal for the summer.  The internship is part of Kostelanetz’s broader program to develop ties with Spelman College.  

During the summer, the Spelman intern benefits from a robust, hands-on program including mentorship at the paralegal, associate, and partner levels; 1L and LSAT-prep resources provided by our attorneys, paralegals, and staff; opportunities to write for prestigious legal journals; and more. Internship responsibilities include case management, legal research, document review, legal and litigation support, interfacing with clients, as well as administrative work, under attorney supervision.

Following graduation from Spelman, students who have completed the internship are typically offered a position as a full-time, pre-law paralegal, with the option to spend one or two years with the firm prior to enrolling in law school.

While not all Spelman interns may pursue a path in one of our practice areas, such as tax law, one of our goals is to help pre-law students understand the various paths available to them, including policymaking, government service, private practice, accounting, and teaching, among others.

The internship application opens on November 24th, 2025, and will close on January 9th, 2026. Please direct all questions concerning applications to tdorsey@kostelanetz.com

Applicant requirements* 

• Rising senior (current junior) currently enrolled at Spelman College 
• Minimum 3.6 GPA
• Outstanding academic credentials with strong writing, communication, and organizational skills
• Multi-task oriented, friendly, and capable of working well with others
• Exceptional computer skills – proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel a plus

*We particularly welcome members of the Morehouse-Spelman Pre-Law Society.

Past interns have typically had Spelman GPAs at or near 3.9, and shown a strong interest in pursuing a career in law. 

We’re proud of our Spelman Internship alumni.  Many of them appear in this short video.  Our alumni include:

• Destiny Reese, who joined the firm as its first Spelman intern in the Spring of 2021 and was hired as a full-time Paralegal after graduating summa cum laude from Spelman in May 2021 with a B.A. in English with a concentration in writing. She graduated from Emory University School of Law in 2025, and now serves as an Associate at Kostelanetz.
• Grace Hall, who joined the firm as an intern in the Spring of 2022 and graduated summa cum laude from Spelman in May 2022 with a B.A. in Political Science and a Minor in Writing.  She graduated from University of Virginia Law School in 2025, and now serves as an Associate at Kostelanetz.
• Kennedy Mackey, who joined the firm as an intern in the Summer of 2022 after graduating magna cum laude from Spelman with a B.A. in Political Science and a Minor in Philosophy. She graduated from Harvard Law School in 2025 and now serves as an Associate at Winston & Strawn LLP.
• Nadya Lopez, who joined the firm as a Spring 2023 intern. She joined the firm as a full-time Paralegal in 2023, after graduating summa cum laude from Spelman with a B.A. in Political Science and a Minor in English. She currently works in education consulting for Prodigious Prep.
• Melina Watson, who joined the firm as a Spring 2023 intern.  She joined the firm as a full-time Paralegal in 2023, after graduating summa cum laude from Spelman with a B.A. in Philosophy and a Minor in Political. She left the firm in 2025 to attend Columbia Law School.
• Brittany Mahone, who joined the firm as a Summer 2024 intern, while pursuing a B.A. in Political Science and a Minor in Psychology at Spelman. She currently is a full-time Paralegal at Kostelanetz.
• Tyler Dorsey, who joined the firm as a Summer 2025 intern, while pursuing a B.A. in English at Spelman.  She will be returning to Kostelanetz as a full-time Paralegal after graduating from Spelman.

The firm’s Spelman Summer Internship program is administered by Kostelanetz lawyer Daniel Cady Davidson (whose suggestion to the firm in 2020 was the inspiration behind the program), Deputy Operations Director Karen Mowatt, and paralegals Brittany Mahone and Caitlin Lewis.

Kostelanetz has been a sponsor of the Morehouse-Spelman Pre-Law Society (MSPLS) since 2021.  As a sponsor, the firm connects directly with the student leaders of MSPLS to co-create events and panels that align with our goals as well as students’ interests. Past programs include “LSAT 101,” “Tax Law and Racial Justice,” and “Exploring Careers in Tax Law.”  In 2022, Kostelanetz hosted a panel for MSPLS students entitled “From Spelman to Law School: A Conversation with Kennedy Mackey, Destiny Reese, and Grace Hall.”  Our lawyers also assisted MSPLS students by conducting mock interviews to help them prepare them for employment and law school applications.

Kostelanetz’s roughly 50 lawyers focus on tax litigation, white collar criminal defense, complex commercial civil litigation, tax planning, trusts and estates, securities law, and government procurement. The firm is highly ranked and has offices in New York City, Washington, D.C., Atlanta, and Hackensack, N.J.  We currently have 12 pre-law paralegals. They recently graduated from Brown, UChicago, Cornell, Harvard, Johns Hopkins, UPenn, Spelman, Vanderbilt, and UVA.

Kostelanetz LLP is an equal opportunity employer. Kostelanetz LLP’s hiring practices are designed comply with, among other things, the New York City Human Rights Law, which, among other things, prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, religion/creed, age, national origin, immigration or citizenship status, gender (including sexual harassment), gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, military service, marital status, partnership status, height, weight, unemployment status, arrest or conviction record, credit history, caregiver status, and status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking, and sex offenses.

We welcome applications from all qualified persons including, without limitation, women, people of color, LGBTQ+ people, persons with disabilities, people from low-income backgrounds, and veterans. Applications from people who are members of underrepresented and/or marginalized communities are highly encouraged.

Qualified candidates should submit PDF copies of their cover letter, resume, transcript (unofficial is acceptable), and writing sample.