Job Description

Make an impact at Goodwin, where we partner with our clients to practice law with integrity, ingenuity, agility and ambition. We are in the business of building authentic, long-term relationships with our clients, who are some of the world\xe2\x80\x99s most successful and innovative investors, entrepreneurs and disruptors in the life sciences, private equity, real estate, technology and financial industries, and where they converge. Our immersive understanding of these industries \xe2\x80\x93 combined with our expertise across high-stakes litigation and dispute resolution, world-class regulatory compliance and advisory services, and complex transactions \xe2\x80\x93 sets us apart. Our Global Operations Team \xe2\x80\x93 all business professionals of the firm \xe2\x80\x93 was named the \xe2\x80\x9cBest Business Team\xe2\x80\x9d by The American Lawyer.

We are seeking a current or aspiring Supreme Court afficionado who would be responsible for assisting Goodwin\xe2\x80\x99s Supreme Court and Appellate Litigation practice with its marketing and client development initiatives. Would you enjoy learning about the work of the Supreme Court, crafting presentations and events about the Supreme Court, maintaining data and other information about cases before the Supreme Court, and finding (and preparing for) opportunities to work on Supreme Court and appellate cases for both pro bono and business clients? If so, this role provides an excellent opportunity for you to engage in these activities while working closely with Goodwin\xe2\x80\x99s Supreme Court and Appellate lawyers and the firm\xe2\x80\x99s client development team. The candidate who fills this role would also provide client development support as needed to the firm\xe2\x80\x99s broader Litigation Department.

What You\'ll Do:

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  Provide support for key business development initiatives as determined by the Client Development team in partnership with the firm\xe2\x80\x99s Supreme Court and Appellate practice.
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  Assist with tracking and summarizing Supreme Court and appellate matters.
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  Develop familiarity with the work of the Supreme Court by analyzing Supreme Court arguments, opinions, and pending cases to clients and potential clients.
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  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.
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  Develop and maintain presentation and webinar materials, including Supreme Court previews, Supreme Court reviews, and presentations regarding Supreme Court and appellate matters.
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  Support the process of developing pitches, proposals, marketing materials, and RFP responses, primarily for Supreme Court and appellate matters.
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  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.
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  Monitor industry news/developments, and assist in identifying thought leadership opportunities.
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  Maintain practice marketing materials, including practice group descriptions, brochures, slide decks, client alerts, and practice-specific lists.
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  Provide support for both in-person and virtual events and presentations.
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  Develop a strong understanding of essential firm technologies, software, and websites including Microsoft Dynamics, Foundation, PACER, and Westlaw.
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  Additional responsibilities as needed to support Client Development and work of Goodwin\xe2\x80\x99s litigation teams overall.

Who You Are:

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

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Goodwin Procter LLP is an equal opportunity employer. This means that Goodwin Procter LLP considers applicants for employment, and makes employment decisions without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or other legally protected status.

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This position is eligible for overtime: Yes
Target Salary Range: Boston $45,500 - $68,200 | Los Angeles $45,500 - $68,200 | New York $48,200 - $72,300 | Philadelphia - | San Francisco $50,900 - $76,400 | Santa Monica $45,500 - $68,200 | Silicon Valley $50,900 - $76,400 | Washington DC $45,500 - $68,200