Legal Assistant
Kim & Chang recruits legal assistants to assist attorneys and clients in all of its practice areas. Just as we seek talented attorneys, we also seek to recruit talented legal assistants. Candidates should possess
- a four-year undergraduate degree with a strong academic background;
- native fluency in both English and Korean; and
- excellent research and writing skills.
At the direction of and under supervision of an attorney, legal assistants are responsible for carrying out research, organizing and maintaining documents and databases, preparing for and supporting attorneys at client meetings, and all other aspects of case management and support including preparing English translations.
Accordingly, the ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, have excellent organizational ability and strong written and oral communication skills in both English and Korean. Excellent interpersonal skills, professional demeanor, strong work ethic and a team player attitude are also critical. An interest in pursuing a career in law is welcomed but not required.
Applications should consist of a cover letter, resume, writing sample and transcript.