Beacon Hill Legal is searching for a Managing Clerk for a major law firm's Midtown Manhattan office. This is a hybrid role with a salary ranging up to $215,000.
This person should have at least 8 years of legal experience with 5 years of experience as a Managing Clerk in an AM100 law firm. This person will come into a new role and must have excellent court communication experience (with a strong preference for close relations with court clerks).
Responsibilities:
Oversee and manage all New York office case docketing, ensuring timely and accurate updates in the litigation docket system.
Maintain and update the docketing system with deadlines, court appearances, and case details, ensuring attorneys are informed.
Review and process incoming court documents and correspondence, ensuring timely docketing.
Handle all aspects of e-filing, including preparation, submission, and confirmation.
Provide guidance to attorneys and staff on e-filing procedures, troubleshooting any issues.
Maintain and manage secure e-filing credentials for attorneys.
Advise attorneys on state and federal court rules, ensuring regulatory compliance.
Track case progress and deadlines, ensuring timely filings in courts and agencies.
Manage attorney court renewals, including tracking deadlines and preparing documentation.
Train staff on docket and e-filing procedures to ensure effective management.
Liaise with court personnel to ensure smooth filing processes.
Review and ensure quality control of other docketing staff's work.
Qualifications:
8+ years of legal experience; 5+ years experience in a Managing Clerk's office
Strong knowledge of New York state and federal court rules, procedures, and e-filing.
Experience with docketing and case management software, particularly CompuLaw.
If interested and have the experience, please submit your resume! (Applications without a resume will not be considered!)
Beacon Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.
California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
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Company Profile:
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Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.
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