Legal Analyst, Litigation

Join Goodwin’s Global Operations Team, and make a real impact on a global scale. At Goodwin, we work with some of the world’s most successful and innovative investors, entrepreneurs and disruptors in the life sciences, private equity, real estate, technology and financial industries, and where they converge. As part of the Global Operations Team – all business professionals at the firm – you’ll collaborate with colleagues from varied backgrounds and experiences, fostering an environment where cross-functional learning, networking, and collaboration are at the core of what we do.

Here, we’re not just supporting a law firm; we’re partnering with attorneys and clients to deliver cutting-edge solutions in high-stakes litigation and dispute resolution, world-class regulatory compliance and advisory services, and complex transactions. Our commitment to integrity, ingenuity, agility, and ambition drives us, and we’re proud to have been recognised as the “Best Business Team” by The American Lawyer.

This is your opportunity to grow professionally in a dynamic, global environment, surrounded by forward-thinking peers.

We are seeking a current or aspiring Supreme Court afficionado who would be responsible for assisting Goodwin’s 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’s Supreme Court and Appellate lawyers and the firm’s client development team.  The candidate who fills this role would also provide client development support as needed to the firm’s broader Litigation Department.

What You Will Do:

• 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.

Who You Are:

• 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 written and oral communication 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.

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Benefits and More

At Goodwin, you will discover your next career opportunity with a rewarding compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including:

• 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

​Consistent with the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.

Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.

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.

To request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process in the US, contact the Benefits Department by email or by phone at 617-570-1800. To request any disability or neurodivergence related accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process in the UK or Germany, please email the Recruiting Department. Any information you provide will be in the strictest confidence, and only used for the purpose of providing the accommodations needed. Requesting accommodations will not adversely affect the outcome of your application.
 

This position is eligible for overtime: Yes

The Target Salary Range For This Position Varies By Location And Is Commensurate With Relevant Experience: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00

Goodwin Procter LLP is an American multinational law firm. It is one of the largest law firms in the world as measured by revenue and consists of more than 1,800 lawyers across offices in Boston, Cambridge, Frankfurt, Munich, Hong Kong, London, Los Angeles, Luxembourg, New York City, Paris, Philadelphia, Santa Monica, Silicon Valley, San Francisco, Singapore, and Washington, D.C. Goodwin focuses on complex transactional work, high-stakes litigation and advisory services in matters involving financial institutions, intellectual property, private equity, real estate capital markets, securities litigation, white collar defense, technology and life sciences.