Case Assistant (Transactional - Private Equity)

Posted 2 Days Ago
Be an Early Applicant
Boston, MA, USA
In-Office
57K-67K Annually
Entry level
Legal Tech
The Role
Supports attorneys and paralegals with private equity transactions by organizing closing binders and signature pages, drafting and proofreading corporate documents, conducting basic entity due diligence, coordinating deal closings, and communicating with clients, colleagues, and vendors. The role requires strong organization, attention to detail, communication skills, multitasking ability, teamwork, and interest in complex corporate legal matters.
Summary Generated by Built In

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.

Goodwin is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Case Assistant to join our Private Equity team. This entry-level position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in supporting attorneys and paralegals with transactional and corporate legal matters. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, a keen attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced corporate legal environment.

Goodwin is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Case Assistant to join our Private Equity team. This entry-level position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in supporting attorneys and paralegals with transactional and corporate legal matters. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, a keen attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced corporate legal environment.


What You Will Do:

  • Provide support to attorneys and paralegals in managing corporate transactions, including organizing and maintaining closing binders and signature pages.
  • Draft, format, and proofread corporate documents such as resolutions, certificates, and agreements to ensure accuracy and compliance.
  • Perform basic due diligence and research on corporate entities.
  • Coordinate scheduling for deal closings and other transaction-related activities.
  • Communicate effectively and professionally with clients, internal and external, and vendors as needed.

Who You Are:

  • BA/BS preferred.
  • Strong organizational as well as verbal and written communication skills.
  • High level of attention to detail.
  • Capable of handling multiple responsibilities at the same time.
  • Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
  • Desire to work on challenging, complex transactions.
  • Firm culture hybrid work environment.

#LI- JM1

Benefits and More

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

  • 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


 

This position is eligible for overtime: Yes

The target salary range for this position varies by location and is commensurate with relevant experience: Boston $57,000 - $57,000 | Los Angeles $67,000 - $67,000 | New York $62,000 - $62,000 | Orange County $67,000 - $67,000 | Philadelphia - | San Diego $67,000 - $67,000 | San Francisco $67,000 - $67,000 | Santa Monica $67,000 - $67,000

Skills Required

  • Strong organizational skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • High level of attention to detail
  • Ability to handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously
  • Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment
  • Desire to work on challenging, complex transactions
  • BA/BS degree

Goodwin Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Goodwin and has not been reviewed or approved by Goodwin.

  • Fair & Transparent Compensation — Associate pay is described as meeting BigLaw market levels with a lockstep structure. Feedback suggests many employees perceive compensation as fair for their roles, with stronger sentiment in attorney tracks.
  • Strong & Reliable Incentives — Bonuses are reported to match major BigLaw scales, with additional payments in some years and clear links to hours and standing. Feedback suggests this consistency reinforces confidence in performance-based rewards.
  • Healthcare Strength — The benefits package is characterized as comprehensive, including medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA options, and access to services like One Medical. Wellness and mental-health resources are highlighted within a broad well-being approach.

Goodwin Insights

Am I A Good Fit?
beta
Get Personalized Job Insights.
Our AI-powered fit analysis compares your resume with a job listing so you know if your skills & experience align.

The Company
HQ: Boston, MA
3,501 Employees
Year Founded: 1912

What We Do

We are in the business of building authentic, long-term relationships with our clients, who are some of the world’s most successful and innovative investors, entrepreneurs and disruptors at the convergence of and within the life sciences, private equity, real estate, technology, and financial industries. To learn more, visit us at www.goodwinlaw.com and follow us on Twitter at @goodwinlaw and Instagram at @join_goodwin. Office locations - Boston, New York, Washington, D.C., San Francisco, Silicon Valley, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, London, Cambridge, Paris, Luxembourg, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Munich and Philadelphia *Attorney Advertising

Similar Jobs

MassMutual Logo MassMutual

Product Owner

Big Data • Fintech • Information Technology • Insurance • Financial Services
Hybrid
Springfield, MA, USA
6000 Employees
134K-176K Annually

Square Logo Square

Account Executive

eCommerce • Fintech • Hardware • Payments • Software • Financial Services
Remote or Hybrid
Boston, MA, USA
12000 Employees
39K-233K Annually

Liberty Mutual Insurance Logo Liberty Mutual Insurance

Executive Underwriter, Liberty Mutual Mobility Solutions

Artificial Intelligence • Fintech • Insurance • Marketing Tech • Software • Analytics
Hybrid
6 Locations
40000 Employees
68K-278K Annually

Enverus Logo Enverus

Senior Analyst, Power Markets - Long-Term Forecasting (Modelling) - 26433

Big Data • Information Technology • Software • Analytics • Energy
In-Office or Remote
2 Locations
1800 Employees

Similar Companies Hiring

GC AI Thumbnail
Artificial Intelligence • Legal Tech
San Mateo, California
130 Employees
Legora Thumbnail
Artificial Intelligence • Legal Tech • Software
New York, New York
1100 Employees
Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP Thumbnail
Legal Tech • Other • Professional Services
New York, NY
1200 Employees

Sign up now Access later

Create Free Account

Please log in or sign up to report this job.

Create Free Account