Case Assistant in Arnold

Overview

Arnold & Porter is seeking a Case Assistant (entry‑level paralegal) to join our Practice Support Services team in New York, supporting the Trusts, Estates & Tax Practice Group. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on legal experience in a collaborative and fast‑paced environment. The Case Assistant will work closely with attorneys and senior paralegals, gaining hands‑on experience across all stages of client matters—from initial planning through final resolution—in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare estate planning and transaction documents, including IRS forms, beneficiary designation forms, and related schedules
• Gather, review, and organize financial and asset information for probate and estate tax reporting
• Assist with valuation of estate and trust assets, including coordinating appraisals of real estate and tangible property
• Facilitate communication among attorneys, clients, family representatives, and third parties
• Prepare and coordinate probate filings and estate tax returns across multiple jurisdictions throughout the United States and execute electronic probate filings
• Support document execution processes, including attending signing ceremonies or coordinating client signature packages and instructions
• Process executed documents and draft correspondence to clients and accountants
• Coordinate with out‑of‑state paralegals at other Arnold & Porter locations and other counsel’s offices to assist with local probate and tax filings
• Prepare and file various IRS forms and assist with responses to audit requests
• Create visual summaries and illustrations of asset structures and estate/trust administration
• Proofread legal documents and verify citations for accuracy
• Contribute to departmental initiatives and provide general administrative and project support as needed

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree strongly preferred
• Strong academic record
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• High attention to detail and strong analytical abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrated commitment to professionalism and teamwork
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment
• Proven ability to manage deadlines and handle competing priorities
• Strong problem‑solving and critical thinking skills
• Flexibility to work overtime and travel as needed

Salary and Benefits

The anticipated base salary for this position is $52,000. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. As a non‑exempt position, this position is eligible for overtime. The firm may provide a discretionary bonus annually.

Application Information

Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, academic transcript, and a brief writing sample.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Arnold & Porter is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy and childbirth (including breastfeeding and related medical conditions), age, marital or partnership status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family leave status, citizenship status, immigration status, ancestry, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations. Our Firm's equal opportunity policy applies to all employment practices and terms and conditions, including, without limitation, recruitment, employment, assignment, training, compensation, benefits, promotions, disciplinary action and terminations.