What are the responsibilities and job description for the Managing Law Clerk position at The Phoenix Group?
Hybrid in-office model!
Our client, a prestigious law firm, is seeking a Managing Clerk to support their team!
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the litigation docket and calendar
- Record and track all incoming and outgoing documents in the docket database while accurately calculating and documenting procedural deadlines and due dates
- Handle electronic filings in designated courts, staying current with all applicable filing rules, procedures, and judges' individual practices
- Maintain and oversee case-specific information within assigned jurisdictions
- Monitor case progress, obtain decisions and orders, update dockets, and communicate case status changes to attorneys
- Communicate effectively to present information and respond to procedural inquiries from attorneys and staff
- Serve as a liaison with court personnel, fostering strong relationships with court staff, process servers, and couriers
- Develop and adhere to an internal schedule for timely and accurate completion of work assignments and docketing deadlines
- Conduct court research and respond to procedural questions at the direction of attorneys, paralegals, and business services teams
- Support special projects, including docket audits, outstanding motions lists, appeals lists, and business development lists
- Research and stay informed on procedural rules to identify and implement necessary updates
- Stay current with developments and rules in state and federal courts where the firm operates
- Create and maintain systems to help attorneys admitted to the New York Bar track and meet renewal deadlines
- Develop a system to monitor and track CLE compliance for New York Bar-admitted attorneys and respond to related inquiries
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor's degree
- 3-5 years of Managing Clerk experience in a law firm environment
The Phoenix Group Advisors is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We strive to attract talented individuals from all backgrounds and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.
Salary : $95,000 - $120,000
