Law Firm
Palo Alto, CA
Legal Staff Other in Palo Alto, CA
Legal Staff
Min 2 yrs required
No
Job Title: Docketing & Court Services Clerk
Job Responsibilities:
The Docketing & Court Services Clerk is primarily responsible for providing first-level support for the law firm's automated docket and calendar system and procedures, specifically within the DC Metro Area, which includes Virginia and Maryland (DMV), as well as federal cases. Key responsibilities include:
- Entering docket dates from court documents and correspondence under the guidance and supervision of attorneys, ensuring the appropriate maintenance of data in the CourtAlert system.
- Preparing and distributing reports from the docketing system daily, including weekly lawyer deadlines reports and other case-specific reports as needed.
- Supporting and overseeing information workflows related to scheduling, calendaring, and procedures in litigation matters in the DC office, and providing similar support to lawyers in other offices as required.
- Evaluating processes and recommending improvements to the current systems and procedures related to docketing for DC cases.
- Responding to requests from lawyers and staff related to litigation scheduling, court rules, and other matters concerning DC cases.
- Providing first-level support for DMV state and federal ECF, other pleadings and court paper filings, and case record file access and administration.
- Offering support for general paralegal tasks in the DC office as available.
- Performing other duties as assigned by law firm management.
- Upholding high standards of confidentiality, discretion, and integrity, particularly concerning sensitive and/or confidential firm and client information.
Education and Experience Information:
- A degree from an accredited . college or university is required.
- At least two years of experience in docketing or a similar litigation calendar database role at an AMLAW 100 or 200 firm.
- Hands-on experience with a strong working knowledge of the CourtAlert system.
- Working knowledge of DMV and federal court rules, including local rules of the various courts in the DMV.
- Prior experience as a paralegal is considered a plus.
Additional Skills and Qualifications:
- Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, with a strong service orientation.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and a willingness to work reasonable overtime as needed.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office software.
Salary Information:
The salary range for the Docketing & Court Services Clerk position is between $66,000 and $100,500, depending on experience level and location.
Workplace Type:
The role is remote, but candidates should be local to the DC, Boston, San Francisco, Los Angeles, or Palo Alto office.
Benefits Information:
Candidates hired for staff positions with a minimum work schedule of 30 hours per week are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare insurance. Further details about benefits can be found on the law firm's website.
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