Assistant Managing Attorney

Assistant Managing Attorney

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At Kirkland & Ellis, we don’t just meet the standard for legal excellence — we set it. Our culture is built on teamwork, ingenuity and an unwavering commitment to continuous growth. We tackle the most sophisticated legal challenges with bold ideas and innovative solutions, powered by the exceptional experience and ambition of our 7,000+ people, including 4,000+ attorneys, across 22 offices worldwide.

Our dedicated professionals share our lawyers’ commitment to excellence and show up each day to do meaningful work that helps drive global business, investment and innovation forward.

Are you a practicing attorney looking to step into a strategic leadership role outside the traditional partner track? Join Kirkland & Ellis’ Managing Attorney’s Office (MAO), a team that drives firmwide litigation strategy and provides high‑level guidance on complex procedural and tactical issues.

As the Assistant Managing Attorney (AMA), you will play a central role in advising case teams on sophisticated procedural questions, jurisdictional nuances, and strategic considerations that arise throughout the life of a litigation. Your work will directly influence how the firm navigates courts and leverages procedural tools to advance client objectives.

• Legal Guidance & Strategic Direction – Advise attorneys, paralegals, and staff on procedural and strategic issues across all stages of litigation in state and federal courts; conduct research and offer practical, actionable insights.
• Knowledge-Sharing & Best Practices – Develop and deliver training to ensure case teams remain aligned with evolving rules, procedures, and filing practices.
• Docket & Compliance Oversight – Support the management of firmwide docketing and calendaring systems, ensuring accurate deadline monitoring and coordination of court services and bar admissions.
• Operational Leadership – Help guide a cross‑office team of MAO professionals in New York and Chicago, fostering collaboration, consistency, and innovation in daily operations.
• Mentorship & Development – Provide day‑to‑day support and mentorship to junior team members to strengthen skills, judgment, and professional growth.
• Departmental Strategy – Partner with the Managing Attorney to implement goals, policies, and initiatives that enhance the MAO’s impact across the firm.

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA‑accredited law school; admission to the New York Bar required (admission in D.C., Chicago, or California strongly preferred but not required).
• 3+ years of commercial litigation experience with strong working knowledge of federal and state procedural rules.
• Proficiency with legal research platforms (Westlaw, Lexis Nexis, Bloomberg Law, PACER) and docketing systems (Court Alert, eDockets, Compu Law).
• Exceptional ability to distill complex procedural issues and communicate them clearly and persuasively.
• Demonstrated initiative, sound judgment, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams; prior experience mentoring junior colleagues is a plus.
• Client‑focused mindset with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Commitment to the firm’s Service Excellence standards, including professionalism, responsiveness, and a proactive, solution‑oriented approach.

The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position in New York City. This range may differ based on your geographic location and cost of living considerations. At Kirkland & Ellis, we consider compensation more than just a base salary. We offer an exceptional range of flexible benefits including comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, and retirement.

We also offer personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities all designed to help you realize your full potential both in life and at work.

New York City: $300,000 - $350,000

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