Paralegal, LatAm

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

Paralegal supporting the Latin American practice for Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. Engaging in various transactional tasks with a view towards professional mentorship and exposure.

Posted 5/13/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $60,000 - $65,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist attorneys with preparation of legal documents, due diligence review and related tasks
Organize and maintain working files and important papers, paper and e-mail correspondence, inter-office memoranda and attorney work product
Organize and maintain due diligence documents
Perform due diligence searches
Utilize and manage electronic databases, including assisting with AI technology under the supervision of attorneys
Organize internal documentation databases
Proofread, organize and track documents; prepare bound volumes following completion of a transaction of necessary documents; organize and distribute post-closing documents
Assist in reviewing comfort letter tick and ties, back up materials, disclosure schedules
Assist in reviewing presentations with the supervision of attorneys
Assist in reviewing legends and disclaimers
Assist with document/information gathering, exhibit preparation, logistics and coordination of items received
Assist with business development presentations and in the organization of business development meetings and travel
Assist in preparing and distributing documents to counterparties and opposing counsel
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
Fluency in English and Spanish
Ability to effectively present information verbally and in writing
Ability to proofread for contextual, grammatical and spelling errors
Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite
Can organize, prioritize, plan and multi-task work activities
Ability to work independently or in a team with limited supervision
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
Excellent attention to detail
Flexibility to work late and on holidays/weekends and travel when necessary
Knowledge of legal principles and practices acquired through formal paralegal training or its equivalent (preferred)
Familiarity with Latin America and its business customs (preferred)
Working knowledge of Portuguese (preferred)
Knowledge of iManage (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

🌐 Worldwide ❌ Jobs You've Hidden ⭐️ Saved Jobs ✅ Applied Jobs ✉️ Email Alerts 👤 Account Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP Website LinkedIn All Job Openings 1001 - 5000 employees Founded 1884 💸 Finance 🏠 Real Estate 📋 Compliance Finance
Real Estate
Compliance Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is a leading global law firm providing a wide range of legal services to businesses and institutions. The firm specializes in areas such as litigation, banking and credit, capital markets, mergers and acquisitions, real estate, private funds, and more. With a history of over 140 years, it serves clients from its offices in major cities around the world, including New York, London, Tokyo, and São Paulo. Simpson Thacher is known for its work in financial services, private equity, and infrastructure, advising clients on major transactions and regulatory matters. Paralegal, LatAm 🔥 39 minutes ago 🏢🏡 New York City – Hybrid 💵 $60k - $65k / year ⏰ Full Time 🟡 Mid-level 🟠 Senior 💼 Paralegal 🦅 H1B Visa Sponsor 🗣️🇪🇸 Spanish Required Apply Now Find Hiring Managers Customize resume + cover letter Report problem ☆ Save ☑️ Mark as applied ❌ Hide 📋 Description
Assist attorneys with preparation of legal documents, due diligence review and related tasks
Organize and maintain working files and important papers, paper and e-mail correspondence, inter-office memoranda and attorney work product
Organize and maintain due diligence documents
Perform due diligence searches
Utilize and manage electronic databases, including assisting with AI technology under the supervision of attorneys
Organize internal documentation databases
Proofread, organize and track documents; prepare bound volumes following completion of a transaction of necessary documents; organize and distribute post-closing documents
Assist in reviewing comfort letter tick and ties, back up materials, disclosure schedules
Assist in reviewing presentations with the supervision of attorneys
Assist in reviewing legends and disclaimers
Assist with document/information gathering, exhibit preparation, logistics and coordination of items received
Assist with business development presentations and in the organization of business development meetings and travel
Assist in preparing and distributing documents to counterparties and opposing counsel
Perform other duties as assigned 🎯 Requirements
Bachelor’s degree
Fluency in English and Spanish
Ability to effectively present information verbally and in writing
Ability to proofread for contextual, grammatical and spelling errors
Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite
Can organize, prioritize, plan and multi-task work activities
Ability to work independently or in a team with limited supervision
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
Excellent attention to detail
Flexibility to work late and on holidays/weekends and travel when necessary
Knowledge of legal principles and practices acquired through formal paralegal training or its equivalent (preferred)
Familiarity with Latin America and its business customs (preferred)
Working knowledge of Portuguese (preferred)
Knowledge of iManage (preferred) Apply Now 📊 Check your resume score for this job Improve your chances of getting an interview by checking your resume score before you apply. Check Resume Score Similar Jobs Paralegal 🕒 6 days ago MediaRadar, Inc. 201 - 500 ☁️ SaaS Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Paralegal serving as a liaison in contracting and compliance workflows at MediaRadar. Managing Due Diligence Questionnaires and Requests for Proposals while optimizing legal operations processes. 🏢🏡 New York City – Hybrid 💵 $60k - $70k / year ⏰ Full Time 🟡 Mid-level 🟠 Senior 💼 Paralegal Insurance Litigation Paralegal 🕒 April 27 DoorDash 10,000+ employees 🛍️ eCommerce 🚗 Transport Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Litigation Paralegal overseeing personal injury litigation dockets for DoorDash's Legal team. Managing a team and collaborating with cross-functional partners to support litigation efforts. 🏢🏡 New York City – Hybrid 💵 $94.6k - $139k / year ⏰ Full Time 🟡 Mid-level 🟠 Senior 💼 Paralegal 🦅 H1B Visa Sponsor Paralegal – IP Litigation, ITC 🕒 April 24 Alston & Bird 1001 - 5000 💸 Finance 🏠 Real Estate 📡 Telecommunications Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal for Intellectual Property practice. Role includes document management and trial preparation in Washington, D.C. and New York City offices. 🏢🏡 New York City – Hybrid 💵 $115k - $165k / year ⏰ Full Time 🟡 Mid-level 🟠 Senior 💼 Paralegal 🦅 H1B Visa Sponsor Commercial Litigation Paralegal 🕒 April 17 Cozen O'Connor 1001 - 5000 🤝 B2B 📋 Compliance Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Commercial Litigation Paralegal supporting attorneys through litigation stages. Working in a hybrid schedule while assisting in legal documentation and case management. 🏢🏡 New York City – Hybrid 💵 $80k - $105k / year ⏰ Full Time 🟡 Mid-level 🟠 Senior 💼 Paralegal Senior Paralegal 🕒 April 17 Olaplex Inc. (Nasdaq: OLPX) 51 - 200 💄 Beauty 🛍️ eCommerce Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Senior Paralegal supporting the legal team at Olaplex. Collaborating on legal and administrative duties in a fast-paced environment. 🏢🏡 New York City – Hybrid 💵 $100k - $120k / year ⏰ Full Time 🟠 Senior 💼 Paralegal View More Paralegal Jobs 🌐 Worldwide Built by Lior Neu-ner. I'd love to hear your feedback — Get in touch via DM or support@remoterocketship.com Search Search Jobs by country Search jobs by city Search jobs by job title Search entry-level jobs Search junior-level jobs Search senior-level jobs Search jobs by tech stack Search jobs by contract type Search remote internships Search remote part-time jobs Remote jobs Anywhere in the World Companies Hiring Anywhere in the World Companies Hiring Sales People Anywhere in the World Companies Hiring Software Engineers Anywhere in the World Resources Advice Tips for finding remote jobs Interview questions and answers Resume examples Cover letter examples Post a job Affiliates Privacy policy Terms of service Job board SEO course AI Apply Copilot OpenClaw job finder Jobs by Country Remote jobs anywhere in the world (Worldwide remote jobs) Remote jobs United States Remote jobs Australia Remote jobs Brazil Remote jobs Canada Remote jobs France Remote jobs Ireland Remote jobs Germany Remote jobs Netherlands Remote jobs Spain Remote jobs UK Popular Jobs Remote data analyst jobs Remote customer support jobs Remote executive assistant jobs Remote marketing jobs Remote product designer jobs Remote product manager jobs Remote project manager jobs Remote recruiter jobs Remote sales jobs Remote software engineer jobs Jobs by Type Remote full-time jobs Remote part-time jobs Remote contract jobs Remote internship jobs Remote entry-level jobs Remote jobs with no experience required Remote junior jobs (1-3 years of experience) Digital nomad jobs Remote jobs with no degree required Freelance remote jobs Temporary remote jobs Remote jobs hiring now Stay at home mom jobs

ATS Keywords

✓ Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

legal document preparationdue diligence reviewproofreadingdocument organizationexhibit preparationbusiness development presentationsanalytical skillscritical thinkingattention to detaillegal principles

Soft Skills

communication skillsorganizational skillsability to multi-taskindependent workteam collaborationflexibilitypresentation skillsplanning skillsprioritizationverbal communication

Certifications

Bachelor's degreeparalegal training