Litigation Assistant
@ Kobre & Kim

New York, NY
$65,000
On Site
Full Time
Posted 13 hours ago

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About Kobre & Kim

Kobre & Kim is a conflict-free global law firm focused exclusively on disputes and investigations. The firm is renowned for handling cross-border disputes including financial products and services litigation, insolvency disputes, intellectual property litigation, international judgment enforcement, asset recovery, and U.S. government enforcement and regulatory investigations.

Position Overview

The Litigation Assistant role is designed for recent college graduates or young professionals to gain hands-on experience in complex international civil and criminal financial litigation. As a Litigation Assistant, you will work directly with attorneys, support pro bono initiatives, manage case documentation, and contribute to global business development.

Key Responsibilities

  • Organize and maintain case deadlines, contacts, and electronic files
  • Prepare attorney and client binders along with meeting materials
  • Coordinate document delivery and logistics for court proceedings
  • Develop systems to support case team organization
  • Review and analyze discovery and legal documents
  • Conduct legal research under attorney supervision
  • Attend court hearings and client meetings

Career Development & Compensation

The Litigation Assistant offers opportunities for advancement including leadership roles and specialization in various legal practice areas. Benefits include paid study leave, a language stipend, and a professional development stipend. This role prepares you for further academic pursuits or professional careers in law, finance, consulting, and investigations.

Job Qualifications

Candidates should have a bachelor's degree from a four-year university, strong academic record, and be prepared to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays. Skills in teamwork, communication, organization, and creative problem-solving are essential. Proficiency in one or more additional languages is a plus.

Application Instructions

Submit your complete application as one PDF file through our Workday platform. Include your resume/CV (with cumulative GPA), cover letter, unofficial academic transcript, and one writing sample (argumentative or research paper, maximum 10 pages). Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Important Note

Kobre & Kim offers two early career programs: Litigation Assistant and Analyst. Please apply for only one program corresponding to your background and career goals. For U.S. locations, the base salary for this role is US 65,000 with additional discretionary bonuses available.

Key skills/competency

  • Case management
  • Legal research
  • Document review
  • Organization
  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Logistics
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving

How to Get Hired at Kobre & Kim

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research Kobre & Kim's culture: Study their legal focus and global impact.
  • Tailor your resume: Highlight case management and legal research skills.
  • Customize your cover letter: Address your interest in international litigation.
  • Prepare for interviews: Practice behavioral and technical responses.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review legal databases and document systems.
Practice case file management software use.
Brush up on legal research methodologies.
Familiarize with Workday and MS Office tools.

Behavioral Questions

Describe teamwork in fast-paced environments.
Explain handling multiple deadlines effectively.
Discuss adapting to changing case needs.
Share experiences under work pressure.

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