Managing Clerk

Gainor Staffing; Ridgefield (NJ); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Gainor Staffing is seeking a Managing Clerk to join a top plaintiff litigation firm in Ridgefield, NJ. This role requires 7+ years of experience in managing clerk duties, a Bachelor's degree, and strong knowledge of court filing procedures. The position involves maintaining docketing records, coordinating electronic filings, and ensuring compliance. The firm offers a salary range of $115,000 to $130,000 annually, based on experience, with a hybrid work model in place.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in a managing clerk, docketing, or litigation support role.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state court filing procedures.
• Experience with electronic filing systems and mainstream docketing platforms.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and oversee docketing records, court deadlines, and litigation calendars.
• Coordinate and submit electronic filings across federal and state courts.
• Review filings for procedural compliance and formatting accuracy prior to submission.
• Monitor court activity and distribute updates related to case developments.

Skills

Court filing procedures

Docket management

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Electronic filing systems

Docketing platforms

Job description

A top plaintiff litigation firm is seeking a Managing Clerk to join the team in Ridgefield, NJ.

Who You Are

• You have 7+ years of experience in a managing clerk, docketing, or litigation support role within a law firm
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Strong knowledge of federal and state court filing procedures and rules
• Experienced with electronic filing systems and mainstream docketing platforms
• Highly organized with the ability to manage competing deadlines in high-volume environments
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communicator who works well across legal teams, courts, and external vendors
• Comfortable handling complex filings and court-compliant document formatting

What You’ll Do

• Maintain and oversee docketing records, court deadlines, and litigation calendars
• Coordinate and submit electronic filings across federal and state courts
• Review filings for procedural compliance and formatting accuracy prior to submission
• Monitor court activity and distribute updates related to case developments and deadlines
• Provide guidance to attorneys and staff regarding court procedures and filing requirements
• Manage litigation-related correspondence, alerts, and shared inbox workflows
• Coordinate with courts, vendors, and internal teams to support active matters
• Assist with operational projects and broader litigation support initiatives

What Success Looks Like

• Court filings and docket entries are completed accurately and on time
• Attorneys and litigation teams receive reliable procedural and filing support
• Deadlines, court updates, and case activity are tracked proactively
• High-volume litigation workflows are managed efficiently with minimal errors

Salary Range: $115,000 – 130,000 annually, based on experience

Location: Ridgefield, NJ – Hybrid

Gainor is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Gainor are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), age, national origin, immigration status, marital or familial status, citizenship status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, reproductive health decision making, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic or status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.