Legal Project Analyst

Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP

. Coordinate logistics for client requests, team meetings, depositions, and closings .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $60,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced legal environment. Proficient in legal research, document preparation, and the integration of AI technologies to enhance operational efficiency.

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Legal ResearchDocument PreparationAI Agent CreationMicrosoft Office ProficiencyOrganizational Skills

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Hard Skills

Legal ResearchDocument PreparationUCC SearchesStatistical AnalysisFactual AnalysisPolicy ResearchRegulatory MonitoringPleadings PreparationContract DraftingEntity Formation

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsTeam CollaborationAbility to Work Under PressureOrganizational SkillsFlexibility

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OutlookMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointDocument DatabasesData Rooms

Industry Keywords

Legal EnvironmentClient CoordinationCase File ManagementDocument ProductionClosing Documents

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate logistics for client requests, team meetings, depositions, and closings
Assist attorneys in preparing pleadings, corporate documents, entity formations, and contracts
Prepare, track, and organize witness materials, document productions, closing documents, signature pages, closing sets, and filings
Conduct statistical, factual, and legal research; compile and analyze findings
Compile, organize, and review client documents for accuracy and completeness
Conduct policy research and regulatory monitoring
Support preparation for and attend depositions, arbitrations, trials, and closings as needed
Maintain case files, document databases, and data rooms
Prepare audit letters for distribution to auditors and clients
Conduct UCC searches and prepare and file UCC-related documents
Facilitate communication among clients, attorneys, and third parties
Create and maintain AI agents
Participate in general practice group projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) from an accredited four-year college
Strong academic record and exceptional organizational skills
Willingness to commit to the role for approximately two years
Demonstrated interest in law
Proficient in creating AI agents and excited to integrate AI in a professional environment
Ability to work overtime as needed, including evenings and weekends
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure in a team environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a hybrid remote and in-office team environment
Flexibility to remain available for onsite work up to five days per week as business needs dictate

Benefits

Comp & perks

A full range of medical, financial and/or other benefits dependent on the position
Hybrid work schedule with optional remote work on Mondays and Fridays
Opportunity to gain hands-on legal and project management experience
Exposure to litigation, corporate work, and the legal process
Opportunity to learn about the practice of law prior to attending law school