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To be considered, applicants must currently hold a bachelor’s degree. Candidates who have not yet earned a bachelor’s degree are encouraged to monitor our annual Project Assistant recruitment, which typically opens in the spring.\nSidley is seeking Project Assistants to join our New York office. The Project Assistant is an entry-level position that supports Attorneys and Paralegals in certain practice groups and involves contact with Attorneys, Paralegals, members of the Paralegal Department and other professional staff. The role is designed to give individuals who are interested in attending law school the experience of working in a law firm. 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Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits.\nTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities above satisfactorily and meet the requirements. The requirements listed above are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. 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