Litigation Analyst

Susman Godfrey Litigation Analysts work out of the firm’s New York office. This position is ideal for exceptional recent graduates who embody the qualities of all Susman Godfrey employees – curious, hardworking, driven by an ethos of excellence, and looking to contribute to the nation’s highest-stakes commercial disputes before attending law school.

Requirements & Application Process:

Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree with demonstrated academic excellence and leadership experience, and exceptional writing, research, teamwork, analytical, and communication skills. Anticipated start date is fall of 2026.

Litigation Analysts have an expected commitment of two years. Candidates should send their resume, references, and a cover letter to careers@susmangodfrey.com.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary is $90,000.

In addition, Susman Godfrey provides a comprehensive benefits package to all regular, full-time employees. Highlights of each benefit are as follows:

• Comprehensive major medical insurance
• Life and accidental death dismemberment insurance and group long term disability
• Various forms of leave as described in the firm’s Human Resources policies
• Participation in the firm’s 401(k) retirement savings plan and Flexible Benefits plan
• Professional dues and reasonable costs related to continuing legal education
• Reimbursement of reasonable business-related expenses  

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with and under the supervision of attorneys from the inception of litigation through trial; 

• Conduct factual research and analysis, and assist attorneys with legal research on platforms like PACER/ECF, Lexis, and Westlaw;

• Assist in client communications and strategy sessions;

• Prepare attorneys for depositions, hearings, trials, and client meetings;

• Attend, take detailed notes, and ensure real-time organization of testimony and exhibits at depositions, trials, and other proceedings;

• Assist in formatting, cite checking, and preparing for filing pleadings, motions, and other memoranda with courts and arbitration panels, under the supervision of attorneys;

• Anticipate attorney and team needs while problem-solving under pressure;

• Foster strong working relationships with attorneys and legal professionals; and,

• Maintain a spirit of intellectual curiosity and an enthusiasm to learn and contribute to our collegial office culture.

Qualifications/Skills:

• A strong, demonstrated interest in legal research, writing, and complex analysis, with previous relevant internship experience preferred;

• Enthusiastic and energetic attitude with the ability to excel individually and in team settings;

• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to balance short- and long-term projects efficiently and accurately;

• Superior attention to detail and the ability to quickly master large sets of facts while synthesizing underlying issues and implications;

• Experience with PACER/ECF, electronic discovery platforms, and other resources for legal and factual research;

• Full working proficiency with Microsoft 365 Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;

• Ability to maintain the highest standards of integrity, discretion, and professionalism with attorneys, legal professionals, and clients;

• Good judgment and the ability to thrive in a challenging and fast-paced environment;

• Language skills a plus; and, curiosity for understanding complex legal issues under tight deadlines.