Litigation Docketing & Filings Specialist

Michael Page; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MPI's New York office is seeking an Assistant Managing Clerk to support complex litigation by coordinating court filings, deadlines, and compliance with state and federal rules. You will work closely with attorneys and the Managing Clerk team in a fast-paced environment on high-stakes matters.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree and 4+ years in a law firm, court, or similar setting, with strong knowledge of CPLR and FRCP, experience with docketing systems such as CourtAlert or CompuLaw,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 4+ years in a law firm, court, or similar legal setting.
• Strong knowledge of CPLR, FRCP and applicable court rules.
• Experience with court filings, service of process, and docket management.
• Proficiency with docketing and case management systems (CourtAlert/CompuLaw).
• Experience using PACER, Westlaw, LexisNexis, Bloomberg Law or equivalent.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage competing deadlines.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with attorneys and staff.
• Flexibility to support urgent filings outside standard hours.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate court filings and service of legal documents across state and federal jurisdictions.
• Review filings to ensure compliance with court rules, deadlines, and procedures.
• Calculate and maintain litigation deadlines using docketing and case management systems.
• Monitor court dockets and track developments in active litigation matters.
• Manage calendar deadlines and synchronize key dates for attorneys and legal teams.
• Research court rules, filing requirements, and procedural updates.
• Serve as a resource to attorneys and staff on court procedures and filing practices.
• Liaise with courts, vendors, and outside agencies to support case-related activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Deadline management

Legal research

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CourtAlert

CompuLaw

PACER

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Job description

MPI's New York office is seeking an Assistant Managing Clerk to support complex litigation by coordinating court filings, deadlines, and compliance with state and federal rules. You will work closely with attorneys and the Managing Clerk team in a fast-paced environment on high-stakes matters.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree and 4+ years in a law firm, court, or similar setting, with strong knowledge of CPLR and FRCP, experience with docketing systems such as CourtAlert or CompuLaw,