Litigation Docket Specialist

White & Case LLP; New York; Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

White & Case LLP is seeking an Office Operations professional in New York to manage docketing and court filings, supporting the Managing Clerk's Department. You will work with Partners, Technical Advisors and Paralegals to understand the Litigation Practice and ensure timely, accurate processing.

Responsibilities include docketing, CM/ECF and NYSCEF filings, and coordinating service of process. Strong attention to detail and team collaboration are essential in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience working in a Managing Attorney/Clerk's Office or comparable environment.
• Ability to handle, prioritize, and complete assignments with competing deadlines.
• Ability to deliver high quality work product and independently follow up and follow through.
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in all work activities.
• Positive, resourceful, and flexible approach.
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to provide excellent client service.

Responsibilities

• Perform legal docketing utilizing docketing software to generate calendars from court documents, correspondence, rules, and statutes.
• Assist with and handle electronic case filings via CM/ECF, NYSCEF, and other state court filing platforms (including, but not limited to DC, IL, FL, TX, and CA).
• Review documents for service and filing to ensure basic compliance with court rules and procedures.
• Assist with setup of alerts and trackers for W&C cases and cases of interest.
• Retrieve and circulate court forms and W&C samples upon request.
• Coordinate and manage service of process requests, including engaging process servers, updating team on attempts, and circulating affirmation(s) of service upon completion.
• Conduct legal/docket research on court-related databases, websites, and firm's docketing system.
• Coordinate transcript orders with court reporters.
• Collect, maintain, and update attorney information, such as admission information and login credentials.
• Coordinate retrieval of court documents with internal research team and external vendors.
• Occasional travel to court for hard copy filings.
• Assist with department projects as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Client service

Tools

Docketing software

CM/ECF

NYSCEF

Court filing platforms

Job description

White & Case LLP is seeking an Office Operations professional in New York to manage docketing and court filings, supporting the Managing Clerk's Department. You will work with Partners, Technical Advisors and Paralegals to understand the Litigation Practice and ensure timely, accurate processing.

Responsibilities include docketing, CM/ECF and NYSCEF filings, and coordinating service of process. Strong attention to detail and team collaboration are essential in this fast-paced environment.