E-Filing Specialist

Seyfarth Shaw LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Seyfarth Shaw LLP in New York, NY seeks an experienced e-Filing Specialist to manage electronic filings in federal and state courts. You will join a regional and national docketing team supporting domestic offices and liaise with courts and attorneys.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years at a large law firm in litigation support, strong CM/ECF proficiency, and meticulous attention to deadlines. This role offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience
• 3-5 years of experience at a large law firm in a litigation support role
• Experience and subject matter expertise on the filing requirements for federal and state courts
• Proficiency with e-Filing documents in state and federal courts
• Ability to research and apply jurisdiction-specific rules and procedures
• Attention to detail and accuracy under deadlines
• Time management and ability to multitask
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Ability to interpret filing rules and respond to procedural changes
• Proficiency with common e-filing platforms (e.g., CM/ECF for federal courts, state Court e-Filing platforms)
• The ability to interpret and analyze information
• Computer proficient with advanced skills in all Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel and Outlook) required

Responsibilities

• Know applicable court rules on how to electronically file documents in federal court using CM/ECF; file after hours if needed
• File documents in State and appellate courts
• Have subject matter expertise on e-Filing requirements across the country
• Liaise between courts and firm’s attorneys on procedural/technical matters
• Respond to procedural inquiries from attorneys
• Research court case information to maintain accurate records
• Assist with special projects as assigned by regional coordinator and Director/Managing Attorney, Docket
• Serve as back-up for overflow docketing requests when not e-Filing

Skills

E-Filing

CM/ECF

Docketing

Litigation support

Research skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Why Seyfarth

At Seyfarth, we understand that great people are the key to our success, and we provide the opportunities to match. If you join us, you'll work with state-of-the-art technology in a friendly and professional environment, and we will continue to invest in your professional development. If you want the freedom to grow at a firm that is invested in your future, keep reading.

The Opportunity

As an e-Filing Specialist, you will be responsible for electronically filing documents in state and federal courts. In this position, you will be part of a regional and national docketing team that provides support to the firm’s domestic offices.

The Day-To-Day

On Any Given Day, You Will

• Know applicable court rules on how to electronically file documents in federal court using the CM/ECF system. When needed, file documents electronically after hours.
• Be able to file documents in State and appellate courts.
• Have subject matter expertise on the requirements to e-Filing documents in federal and state courts across the country.
• Act as a liaison between the courts and the firm’s attorneys on procedural and technical matters.
• Respond to procedural inquiries from attorneys.
• Know how to research court case information to maintain an accurate record.
• Assist with special projects as assigned by the regional coordinator and the Director and Managing Attorney, Docket.
• Serve as a back-up for overflow docketing requests, when not e-Filing.

You Have

• Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience
• 3-5 years of experience at a large law firm in a litigation support role
• Experience and subject matter expertise on the filing requirements for federal and state courts
• Proficiency with e-Filing documents in state and federal courts
• Ability to research and apply jurisdiction-specific rules and procedures
• Attention to detail and accuracy under deadlines
• Time management and ability to multitask
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Ability to interpret filing rules and respond to procedural changes
• Proficiency with common e-filing platforms (e.g., CM/ECF for federal courts, state Court e-Filing platforms)
• The ability to interpret and analyze information
• Computer proficient with advanced skills in all Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel and Outlook) required

What We Provide

Seyfarth provides competitive salary and benefits at all levels, and our culture embraces the entrepreneurial spirit of its professionals like no other firm. Our professional staff are a collaborative team, helping to define the unique client experience offered by the firm. We understand that it takes more than attorneys to build a successful legal practice; everyone participates in our commitment to excellence.

More About Seyfarth

With approximately 1,000 lawyers across 19 offices, Seyfarth Shaw LLP provides advisory, litigation, and transactional legal services to clients worldwide. Learn more about The Seyfarth Experience at www.seyfarth.com/careers/.

Seyfarth Shaw is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, change of sex or transgender status, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.

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Location Specific Language

The salary range for this role is $75,000-$90,000 annually, which is based on a 35 hour work week]. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in New York. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's pay within the salary range will be based on numerous factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, and business or organizational needs. This job is also eligible for an annual merit increase and bonus pay.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).

This position is based in New York, NY 10018