Davis Polk & Wardwell Work Values

Daily Duties at Davis Polk & Wardwell:

Word Processor. Transcription, formatting, large amounts of proofreading and editing, scanning and conversion for attorneys in multiple areas of law, including all pleadings, tables of contents/authorities, SEC filings and other financial documents, corporate agreements, patent documents, etc. Often asked to proofread by attorneys for their errors and do jobs outside the scope of my job description. Also help desk and training. Weekends. In charge of all firm’s administrative functions (including building) without supervision on weekends for all partners, attorneys and paralegals, completing any and all kinds of jobs to perfection and on time, with nothing falling through the cracks no matter how busy. Responsibilities included word processing as described above, phones, help desk, training, copying/binders, mailings/Fed Ex, calendaring, travel arrangements, timekeeping, expense reports. Received A+ reviews yearly.

What they like about Davis Polk & Wardwell:

You highly value a work environment built on a formal structure, rules, and regulations. You do not enjoy the unpredictability of shifting priorities and deadlines that upset your routine. You require and enjoy direction, input and accountability as part of your work environment. You have a strong need to participate in making key decisions and feel left out if your superiors or co-workers do not seek your input when making decisions. You thrive on providing good customer service to both internal or external customers, and doing so makes you feel good.

Tags

Word Proccessor, Proofreader, Legal Secretary, Editor, Office Manager, Executive Secretary, Transcription, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook, Visio, Omnipage, Internet, 10-key, Speedwriting, Training, Help Desk, Typing 110 wpm, Non Profit, Real Estate, 10 years in legal field, 20-line phones, Proofreader Position, Customer Service, Telemarketing

Skills

• Top-Level Skills in Microsoft Office Suite and more: MS Word expert level (tested), MS Excel, MS Power Point, Adobe Acrobat, Outlook, OmniPage, IManage, 10-Key, Internet, Visio, Eudora, others., • Able to learn new programs and train in all other duties at an astonishing speed, with excellent retention and memory. Always ready to be put to work the first day on the job., • Typing 110 wpm (also test very high in 10-key), • Excellent document production, formatting, desktop publishing, transcription, text editing skills, including TOAs and TOCs, from draft and free-style. Performed very well every other assigned office administrative duty, including many not listed here, • Immaculate spelling and grammar. Excellent grasp of English language and extensive vocabulary. Strong oral and written communication skills. Extreme attention to detail., • Strong problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills and a personable, professional attitude. Able to grasp complex ideas; creative and intuitive with sound judgment. Unafraid to ask questions when necessary., • Responsible, conscientious, flexible and available with time. Congenial and professional in dress and demeanor, with excellent wit and infectious good humor even under the most stressful circumstances., • Excellent organizational skills. Proven ability to manage complex projects and multiple tasks simultaneously, with self-prioritization, while retaining calm demeanor and without compromising quality., • Communication with public and telephone skills beyond compare, work well with vendors, create new forms and form systems, files and filing systems, keep calendars and arrange travel, coordinate meetings and conferences., • Efficient, reliable, dependable and extremely productive. Always on time if not early.

These are some of the questions we asked our climbers about their experiences with Davis Polk & Wardwell: