eFiling Clerk — Hybrid Legal Records Coordinator

DLA Piper; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

DLA Piper is seeking an eFiling Clerk to support the firm’s strategic initiatives by ensuring timely, accurate filing of documents, maintaining organized records, and assisting attorneys and paralegals with filing inquiries. This role involves e-filing registrations, admission renewals, and managing login IDs and passwords.

The position can sit in any U.S. office with a hybrid schedule, and Eastern Time hours.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of court filing systems and court filing procedures.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• May require occasional overtime to meet filing deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage the electronic filing process for multiple cases and ensure timely submissions.
• Coordinate with attorneys and paralegals to gather necessary documents for filings.
• Ensure all documents are accurately filed and comply with court requirements.
• Call the Court, PACER or any e-filing vendor service to resolve any e-filing issues.
• Review and verify the accuracy of documents before submission.
• Stay updated on court rules and filing requirements.
• Train and supervise entry-level filing clerks.

Skills

Court filing systems

Communication

Problem solving

Independent work

Multitasking

Overtime flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

DLA Piper is seeking an eFiling Clerk to support the firm’s strategic initiatives by ensuring timely, accurate filing of documents, maintaining organized records, and assisting attorneys and paralegals with filing inquiries. This role involves e-filing registrations, admission renewals, and managing login IDs and passwords.

The position can sit in any U.S. office with a hybrid schedule, and Eastern Time hours.