eFiling Clerk
DLA Piper, Atlanta, GA, United States
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Summary
The eFiling Clerk works in collaboration with and in support of the firm’s strategic initiatives to ensure that all documents are accurately filed in a timely manner. The role maintains organized records and assists attorneys and paralegals with filing‑related inquiries, including upkeep of e‑filing registrations, admission renewals, and maintaining the list of current login IDs and passwords, and assists the Senior Docketing Manager with e‑filing registration upkeep.
Location
This position can sit in any of DLA Piper's U.S. office locations and offers a hybrid work schedule. Working hours will be in the eastern time zone.
Responsibilities
Manage the electronic filing process for multiple cases and ensure timely submissions.
Coordinate with attorneys and paralegals to gather necessary documents for filings.
Ensure all documents are accurately filed and comply with court requirements.
Call the Court, PACER, or any e‑filing vendor service to resolve any e‑filing issues.
Review and verify the accuracy of documents before submission.
Stay updated on court rules and filing requirements.
Train and supervise entry‑level filing clerks.
Desired Skills
In‑depth knowledge of court filing systems and procedures. Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks. May require occasional overtime to meet filing deadlines.
Minimum Education
High School Diploma or GED.
Certificates
Additional legal or administrative training is a plus.
Minimum Years Of Experience
2 years of experience in electronic filing.
Essential Job Expectations
Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.
Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner.
Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product.
Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required.
Foster positive work relationships.
Comply with all firm policies and practices.
Engage in both physical and sedentary activity such as working at a computer, participating in virtual conference calls, and attending meetings as needed.
Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast‑paced environment.
Perform all other duties, tasks, or projects as assigned.
Physical Demands
Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Work Environment
The individual selected for this position may have the opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement comprised of remote and in‑office work, the requirement for which will be determined in coordination with the hiring manager or supervisor and may be modified in the firm’s discretion in the future.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits, including medical, dental, vision insurance, and 401(k).
Compensation
The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $30.99–$48.35 per hour depending on the candidate’s geographic market location. Non‑exempt positions will be paid on an hourly basis and paid overtime in accordance with applicable laws.
Equal Opportunity Employer
DLA Piper is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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Summary
The eFiling Clerk works in collaboration with and in support of the firm’s strategic initiatives to ensure that all documents are accurately filed in a timely manner. The role maintains organized records and assists attorneys and paralegals with filing‑related inquiries, including upkeep of e‑filing registrations, admission renewals, and maintaining the list of current login IDs and passwords, and assists the Senior Docketing Manager with e‑filing registration upkeep.
Location
This position can sit in any of DLA Piper's U.S. office locations and offers a hybrid work schedule. Working hours will be in the eastern time zone.
Responsibilities
Manage the electronic filing process for multiple cases and ensure timely submissions.
Coordinate with attorneys and paralegals to gather necessary documents for filings.
Ensure all documents are accurately filed and comply with court requirements.
Call the Court, PACER, or any e‑filing vendor service to resolve any e‑filing issues.
Review and verify the accuracy of documents before submission.
Stay updated on court rules and filing requirements.
Train and supervise entry‑level filing clerks.
Desired Skills
In‑depth knowledge of court filing systems and procedures. Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks. May require occasional overtime to meet filing deadlines.
Minimum Education
High School Diploma or GED.
Certificates
Additional legal or administrative training is a plus.
Minimum Years Of Experience
2 years of experience in electronic filing.
Essential Job Expectations
Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.
Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner.
Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product.
Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required.
Foster positive work relationships.
Comply with all firm policies and practices.
Engage in both physical and sedentary activity such as working at a computer, participating in virtual conference calls, and attending meetings as needed.
Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast‑paced environment.
Perform all other duties, tasks, or projects as assigned.
Physical Demands
Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Work Environment
The individual selected for this position may have the opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement comprised of remote and in‑office work, the requirement for which will be determined in coordination with the hiring manager or supervisor and may be modified in the firm’s discretion in the future.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits, including medical, dental, vision insurance, and 401(k).
Compensation
The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $30.99–$48.35 per hour depending on the candidate’s geographic market location. Non‑exempt positions will be paid on an hourly basis and paid overtime in accordance with applicable laws.
Equal Opportunity Employer
DLA Piper is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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