Associate Managing Clerk

Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP; California (MO); On-site; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401K plan

Generous paid time off

Job summary

A prestigious law firm in California seeks a Docketing Specialist to support litigation and court services. You will be responsible for docketing deadlines, assisting with audits, managing case monitoring, and performing high-level research. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience in a managing clerk's office, is proficient in Microsoft Suite, and understands docketing technologies. Competitive salary of $125,000 to $135,000 with bonus eligibility and generous benefits package included.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a law firm.
• Understanding of court paper formatting and filing protocols.
• Ability to perform high-level research for attorneys.

Responsibilities

• Docket litigation deadlines for regional offices.
• Manage case monitoring services.
• Assist with auditing projects as needed.

Skills

Experience in a Managing Clerk’s Office

Docketing and filing technologies

Project management

Confidentiality

Proficiency in Microsoft Suite

Ability to juggle multiple deadlines

Education

At least 3 years experience

Tools

CourtAlert

Bloomberg Law

Job description

Supports all clerk activity. Provides expertise and guidance to attorneys on litigation docketing, court rulings and procedures. May assist with the daily operations of Docket and Court Services department when needed.

Primary Responsibilities and/or Essential functions

• Docket litigation deadlines for regional offices / jurisdictions
• Assist with audits / project
• Manage / maintain case monitoring services
• Any additional responsibilities as required by management.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• At least 3 years’ experience in a Managing Clerk’s Office or Managing Attorney’s Office, including experience answering questions about formatting of court papers and filing protocols
• Understanding of docketing- and filing-related technologies (e.g., CourtAlert, Bloomberg Law; are familiar with the CPLR, State and Federal e-filling platforms, Uniform Civil Rules including the Rules of the Commercial Division, FRCP, and FRAP)
• Ability to juggle multiple deadlines
• Organization, project management, and flexibility
• Confidentiality
• Perform high level research that will be reported to attorneys
• Keep up to date on any changes in court procedures and communicate them to other personnel in the Managing Attorney’s Office
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite - specifically, Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Prior experience in a law firm is highly preferred

Education/Certifications

Estimated salary range is $125,000 - $135,000. This position is bonus eligible. Compensation decisions within the range are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case including but not limited to the individual's skills, experience, and qualifications.

This position requires flexibility to work extended hours and/or participate in a rotating shift schedule as needed to support attorney workflow and filing deadlines

Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP offers a competitive compensation package comprised of base pay and discretionary year-end bonus for eligible employees. Benefits include, but are not limited to medical, dental, vision, disability coverage, life insurance, flexible spending plan and a 401K plan. Weil also offers generous paid time off and holidays. All decisions affecting employment at Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP are made on the basis of qualification, performance and other pertinent work-related factors, and without discrimination against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, veteran’s status, genetic information or any other legally protected status.