Calendar/Docket Clerk

Barker Patterson Nichols, LLP; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 45 000 - 70 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Barker Patterson Nichols, LLP in New York is seeking an experienced Calendar/Docket Clerk to support our litigation team. You will identify, calculate, and maintain court dates, filing deadlines, depositions, and other key events with precision.

The role requires strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to manage calendars for multiple attorneys in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and case management software is preferred.

Qualificações

• At least 2 years of experience in a law firm or legal environment.
• Knowledge of litigation calendars, court deadlines, rules, and procedures preferred.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and legal calendaring tools.

Responsabilidades

• Monitor case status and ensure required actions and assignments are completed.
• Review legal documents and court notices to identify and calculate applicable deadlines.
• Maintain calendars for multiple attorneys and litigation matters.
• Monitor court and jurisdictional websites for new information, dates, and deadlines.
• Manage the firm's central docket email and enter court-scheduled dates into the appropriate systems.
• Calculate deadlines for court filings, appearances, service of process, and other litigation events.
• Schedule and confirm court appearances, depositions, examinations, per diem assignments, and other key litigation events.
• Coordinate with attorneys, opposing counsel, clients, court personnel, and other parties regarding dates and deadlines.
• Monitor case calendars and generate status reports to keep attorneys informed.
• Enter case status, deadlines, and assigned tasks into case management software.
• Assist with other calendar and litigation-support responsibilities as needed.

Conhecimentos

Attention to detail

Organization

Time management

Communication skills

Team player

Legal calendaring

multitasking

Ferramentas

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Case management software

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Barker Patterson Nichols, LLP (BPN), a growing litigation firm, is seeking an experienced Calendar/Docket Clerk to join our team in New York.

The Calendar/Docket Clerk plays a critical role in supporting our attorneys and litigation teams by ensuring that court dates, filing deadlines, depositions, examinations, and other important litigation events are accurately identified, calculated, scheduled, and maintained.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced legal environment where accuracy and follow-through are essential.

What You’ll Do

• Monitor case status and ensure required actions and assignments are completed
• Review legal documents and court notices to identify and calculate applicable deadlines
• Maintain calendars for multiple attorneys and litigation matters
• Monitor court and jurisdictional websites for new information, dates, and deadlines
• Manage the firm's central docket email and enter court-scheduled dates into the appropriate systems
• Calculate deadlines for court filings, appearances, service of process, and other litigation events
• Schedule and confirm court appearances, depositions, examinations, per diem assignments, and other key litigation events
• Coordinate with attorneys, opposing counsel, clients, court personnel, and other parties regarding dates and deadlines
• Monitor case calendars and generate status reports to keep attorneys informed
• Enter case status, deadlines, and assigned tasks into case management software
• Assist with other calendar and litigation-support responsibilities as needed

What We’re Looking For

• At least 2 years of experience in a law firm or legal environment
• Knowledge of litigation calendars, court deadlines, rules, and procedures preferred
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to manage multiple matters and competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Professional and effective communication with attorneys, clients, courts, opposing counsel, and coworkers
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and web-based applications
• Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a team
• Familiarity with legal calendaring or case management software is a plus