Court Procedures and Docketing Clerk

Goodwin Procter LLP; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Retirement & Savings Plan

Backup child and adult care

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Employee recognition programs

Wellness programs

Job summary

Goodwin Procter seeks a Court Procedures and Docketing Clerk in Boston to perform court filings, docketing, and calendar management across federal and state courts nationwide. You will support the CM/ECF process, research deadlines, and assist in the Goodwin LED workflow for litigation matters.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree (preferred) and 1–3 years’ relevant law firm experience. Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; 1–3 years in a law firm setting is typical.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state court rules and processes.
• Experience with litigation support and MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct docket research and document retrieval for filings.
• File documents with federal and state courts and manage service of process.
• Maintain and oversee CM/ECF registration and electronic filing workload.
• Assist in calendar management within Goodwin LED and related workflows.
• Serve as a point of contact for litigation calendar inquiries and deadlines.

Skills

Communication skills

Client service

Professional demeanor

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

CM/ECF

CompuLaw Vision

MS Office

Job description

## Court Procedures and Docketing ClerkApply: Boston: New York: Full time: Posted 2 Days Ago: R04577**Join Goodwin’s Global Operations Team, and make a real impact on a global scale.** At Goodwin, we work with some of the world’s most successful and innovative investors, entrepreneurs and disruptors in the life sciences, private equity, real estate, technology and financial industries, and where they converge. As part of the Global Operations Team – all business professionals at the firm – you’ll collaborate with colleagues from varied backgrounds and experiences, fostering an environment where cross-functional learning, networking, and collaboration are at the core of what we do. **Here, we’re not just supporting a law firm; we’re partnering with attorneys and clients to deliver cutting-edge solutions** in high-stakes litigation and dispute resolution, world-class regulatory compliance and advisory services, and complex transactions. Our commitment to integrity, ingenuity, agility, and ambition drives us, and we’re proud to have been recognised as the “Best Business Team” by The American Lawyer. This is your opportunity to grow professionally in a dynamic, global environment, surrounded by forward-thinking peers.The Court Procedures Clerk is a position performing all responsibilities attendant to the Court Procedures Group’s court filings and docketing and calendaring functions. The Court Procedures Clerk performs these duties working at the direction of, and with guidance from the Court Procedures Managing Clerks. This role is a great place to start your career if you are considering Law School or other legal paths in the future. **What You'll Do:*** The Court Procedures Clerk is specifically responsible for conducting rules compliance review and filing and service of all documents submitted to the Group for filing with courts in all federal and state jurisdictions throughout the U.S.* Docket research and document retrieval; assistance in the preparation, issuance and service of process and subpoenas.* Assistance in the initiation of actions both electronically and manually in federal and state courts; participation in the Court Procedures Group’s CM/ECF electronic filing rotation by assisting in the maintenance and oversight of the CM/ECF registration process and execution of the electronic court filing workload; and performance of daily court runs to federal and local state courts.* The Court Procedures Clerk is also responsible for providing assistance and support to the Group’s docketing and calendaring system for firm Litigation matters (“Goodwin LED”).* Be the information resource and point of contact for litigation-related calendar inquiries and is called upon to be a fully trained participant in the day-to-day execution of the Group’s Goodwin LED workflow queue including document review and analysis for calendar events* Handle litigation event deadline entry into the CompuLaw Vision database, research of local rules, orders, and judicial preferences to ensure accurate deadline generation; and routine CompuLaw/Vision database administration.**Who You Are:*** Bachelor’s Degree preferred with a minimum of one to three years of relevant experience in a law firm setting. Quality experience obtained during internships may account for the required experience.* Candidates should have a working knowledge of federal and state court rules, courts’ structures, procedural legal research, litigation support and MS Office experience.* Must possess a professional demeanor, superior oral and written communication skills, strong client service skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced professional environment.* An individual looking for a career in Litigation Law preferred, or interested in pursuing further education in the area of Law.#LI-JM1**Benefits and More**At Goodwin, you will discover your next career opportunity with a rewarding compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including:* Health, dental, and vision insurance* Life and disability insurance* Retirement & Savings Plan* Emergency back-up child and adult care* Paid vacation, sick time off, and holidays* Professional development and career advancement opportunities* Employee recognition and reward programs* Employee wellness and assistance programs* Employee discounts and perksThis position is eligible for overtime: YesThe Target Salary Range For This Position Varies By Location And Is Commensurate With Relevant Experience: $67,000.00