Jenner & Block LLP is a law firm with global reach, with offices in Century City, Chicago, London, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, and Washington, DC. The firm is known for its prominent and successful litigation practice, global investigations practice, regulatory and government controversies work, and experience handling sophisticated and high-profile corporate transactions. Its clients include Fortune 100 companies, technology companies, large privately held corporations, emerging companies, Native American tribes, and venture capital and private equity investors. The American Lawyer has recognized Jenner & Block as the No. 1 pro bono firm in the United States 10 times.
OVERVIEW:
The Docket Intern will work closely with the Docketing Department team to assist with daily tasks. This includes filing and retrieving legal documents in various courts and agencies, notifying attorneys of court calls, arranging service of legal documents, and managing electronic court records and documents for attorneys in the Chicago office. The Docket Intern schedule will be Monday - Friday working on site. The intern will be assigned to work approximately 30 hours per week.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This job includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:
Ensure that legal documents are successfully filed with appropriate courts, agencies and officials, either in paper or electronically.
Set motion dates, return dates and times in State Courts.
Maintain and distribute information relating to court calls and significant dates for firm business (court dates, filing deadlines, etc.) through contact with clerks' offices, firm personnel, electronic communications and elsewhere.
Arrange for service of process (summons and subpoena).
Obtain and distribute on request electronic copies of forms for Federal and State Courts.
Review state, federal, and local rules to confirm that pleadings comply with guidelines.
KEY QUALITIES/ SKILLS/ ATTRIBUTES:
Must be enrolled full-time, in a 4-year university/college.
Must be well-organized with strong attention to detail.
Proficient in basic computer applications including Windows XP and Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
Ability to work independently and seek clarification when needed.
Must have a positive attitude and be results-oriented, dependable, adhere to established time commitments and demonstrate strong customer service attributes.
Jenner & Block LLP is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment and employment decisions are not made on the basis of an individual's race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability or medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity and/or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions, arrest record, matriculation, personal appearance, political affiliation, marital, parental, veteran, military, or order of protection status, or any other protected status or that of their relatives, friends, or associates.
Jenner & Block offers a comprehensive benefits program, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), and paid time off, in addition to other offerings.