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Managing Clerk
Location:
New York Office (Hybrid Schedule: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM) Classification:
Exempt What You’ll Do:
As Managing Clerk, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of a full-service Docket and Court Services Department supporting both the New York and New Jersey offices. You will provide crucial procedural guidance to attorneys and staff, ensure compliance with court deadlines, and lead all court filing activities. Oversee and manage all docketing operations, court filings, and service processes in State and Federal courts
Advise attorneys on procedural rules, strategic filing practices, and changes in court rules
Review incoming court documents and accurately calendar all deadlines using Compulaw
Manage court filings manually and electronically via PACER, NYSCEF, and other court systems
Draft legal documents such as stipulations, notices of entry, appearances, and affidavits of service
Supervise Assistant Managing Clerk and delegate assignments appropriately
Monitor case activity in Trial, Appellate, and Bankruptcy Courts as well as administrative agencies
Maintain attorney e-filing credentials and ensure firm-wide e-filing compliance
Coordinate with courts, process servers, and vendors; handle urgent filings and courtesy copy deliveries
Train and mentor docketing staff, ensuring accuracy and best practices across all workflows
Prepare and publish the firm’s daily litigation calendar and maintain calendaring system updates
What You’ll Bring:
JD
or
Bachelor’s Degree
with
10+ years of experience
in docketing and court services within a law firm
Deep knowledge of
Federal Rules of Civil Procedure (FRCP) ,
New York CPLR , and local court rules
Proficiency in calendaring systems such as
Compulaw
and
CourtAlert
Experience using online court systems:
PACER ,
CourtLink ,
Etrack , and
NYSCEF
Skilled in deadline calculation, document review, and procedural compliance across multiple jurisdictions
Familiarity with arbitration deadlines and appellate filing procedures
Strong leadership and organizational skills with the ability to manage teams and high-volume workflow
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; attention to detail and initiative
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; comfortable with database management and reporting
Must hold a valid
Notary Public license
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Location:
New York Office (Hybrid Schedule: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM) Classification:
Exempt What You’ll Do:
As Managing Clerk, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of a full-service Docket and Court Services Department supporting both the New York and New Jersey offices. You will provide crucial procedural guidance to attorneys and staff, ensure compliance with court deadlines, and lead all court filing activities. Oversee and manage all docketing operations, court filings, and service processes in State and Federal courts
Advise attorneys on procedural rules, strategic filing practices, and changes in court rules
Review incoming court documents and accurately calendar all deadlines using Compulaw
Manage court filings manually and electronically via PACER, NYSCEF, and other court systems
Draft legal documents such as stipulations, notices of entry, appearances, and affidavits of service
Supervise Assistant Managing Clerk and delegate assignments appropriately
Monitor case activity in Trial, Appellate, and Bankruptcy Courts as well as administrative agencies
Maintain attorney e-filing credentials and ensure firm-wide e-filing compliance
Coordinate with courts, process servers, and vendors; handle urgent filings and courtesy copy deliveries
Train and mentor docketing staff, ensuring accuracy and best practices across all workflows
Prepare and publish the firm’s daily litigation calendar and maintain calendaring system updates
What You’ll Bring:
JD
or
Bachelor’s Degree
with
10+ years of experience
in docketing and court services within a law firm
Deep knowledge of
Federal Rules of Civil Procedure (FRCP) ,
New York CPLR , and local court rules
Proficiency in calendaring systems such as
Compulaw
and
CourtAlert
Experience using online court systems:
PACER ,
CourtLink ,
Etrack , and
NYSCEF
Skilled in deadline calculation, document review, and procedural compliance across multiple jurisdictions
Familiarity with arbitration deadlines and appellate filing procedures
Strong leadership and organizational skills with the ability to manage teams and high-volume workflow
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; attention to detail and initiative
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; comfortable with database management and reporting
Must hold a valid
Notary Public license
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