Assistant Managing Clerk

Michael Page; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MPI's New York office is seeking an Assistant Managing Clerk to support complex litigation by coordinating court filings, deadlines, and compliance with state and federal rules. You will work closely with attorneys and the Managing Clerk team in a fast-paced environment on high-stakes matters.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree and 4+ years in a law firm, court, or similar setting, with strong knowledge of CPLR and FRCP, experience with docketing systems such as CourtAlert or CompuLaw,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 4+ years in a law firm, court, or similar legal setting.
• Strong knowledge of CPLR, FRCP and applicable court rules.
• Experience with court filings, service of process, and docket management.
• Proficiency with docketing and case management systems (CourtAlert/CompuLaw).
• Experience using PACER, Westlaw, LexisNexis, Bloomberg Law or equivalent.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage competing deadlines.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with attorneys and staff.
• Flexibility to support urgent filings outside standard hours.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate court filings and service of legal documents across state and federal jurisdictions.
• Review filings to ensure compliance with court rules, deadlines, and procedures.
• Calculate and maintain litigation deadlines using docketing and case management systems.
• Monitor court dockets and track developments in active litigation matters.
• Manage calendar deadlines and synchronize key dates for attorneys and legal teams.
• Research court rules, filing requirements, and procedural updates.
• Serve as a resource to attorneys and staff on court procedures and filing practices.
• Liaise with courts, vendors, and outside agencies to support case-related activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Deadline management

Legal research

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CourtAlert

CompuLaw

PACER

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Job description

As an Assistant Managing Clerk in New York, you will play a key role supporting complex litigation matters by coordinating court filings, managing deadlines, and ensuring compliance with state and federal court rules. Working closely with attorneys and the Managing Clerk team, you will help keep high-stakes cases moving efficiently in a fast-paced law firm environment.

Our client is a highly respected litigation-focused law firm known for handling complex and high-profile disputes on behalf of a diverse client base. With a collaborative culture and commitment to excellence, the firm offers professionals the opportunity to work on sophisticated matters while contributing to a team-oriented and fast-paced environment.

Description

• Coordinate court filings and service of legal documents across state and federal jurisdictions.
• Review filings to ensure compliance with court rules, deadlines, and judicial procedures.
• Calculate and maintain litigation deadlines using docketing and case management systems.
• Monitor court dockets and track developments in active litigation matters.
• Manage calendar deadlines and synchronize key dates for attorneys and legal teams.
• Research court rules, filing requirements, and procedural updates.
• Serve as a resource to attorneys and staff on court procedures and filing practices.
• Liaise with courts, vendors, and outside agencies to support case-related activities.

Profile

• Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of experience in a law firm, court, or similar legal environment.
• Strong knowledge of CPLR, FRCP, and court rules that impact litigation deadlines.
• Experience with court filings, service of process, and docket management.
• Proficiency with docketing and case management systems such as CourtAlert, CompuLaw, or similar platforms.
• Experience using PACER, Westlaw, LexisNexis, Bloomberg Law, or related legal research tools.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills when working with attorneys, court personnel, and colleagues.
• Flexibility to support urgent filings and time-sensitive matters outside standard business hours when needed.

Job Offer

• Permanent Assistant Managing Clerk opportunity with a respected litigation-focused law firm.
• Competitive salary range of $80,000 to $120,000, commensurate with experience.
• Exposure to sophisticated, high-stakes litigation matters.
• Collaborative team environment with opportunities for professional growth.
• Midtown Manhattan office location.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.