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White & Case LLP · 2 months ago

Managing Clerk

White & Case is an elite global law firm serving leading companies, financial institutions, and governments worldwide. The Managing Clerk will oversee the daily operations of the Managing Clerk’s Department, focusing on operational matters while supporting the Litigation and IP team with various administrative duties and projects.

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Responsibilities

Oversee the daily operations of the department, ensuring work is completed efficiently and accurately
Maintain and manage the firm's docketing system, ensuring all deadlines, court appearances, and case information are accurately recorded and communicated to attorneys
Review drafts to ensure basic compliance with court rules and procedures in advance of filings
Provide guidance and insight regarding state and federal electronic filing processes
Advise case teams on procedure and practices for both state and federal courts
Coordinate legal services with vendors, such as hard copy filings, service of process, retrieval of documents, transcripts etc
Act as liaison with court personnel - establish and maintain good working relations with court personnel, process servers, and couriers
Train, mentor, and manage employees of the Managing Clerk’s Office staff to ensure high performance and exceptional customer service
Regular check-ins with department clerks to assess their workload and ensure alignment with team objectives
Monitors rules and procedures and stays informed of changes that effect docketing and calendaring function
Develop and assess litigation-support objectives, initiatives, and procedures to ensure the delivery of consistently exceptional services
Updates and maintains federal court bar admissions and renewals database, includes collecting, maintaining, and updating admission information
Oversee the department’s software for technical issues, trouble-shooting with vendors, and suggesting solutions
Meet regularly with the Managing Attorney to discuss workload, feedback, and concerns
Working with the Managing Attorney to develop orientation presentations and training programs
Interview candidates and make hiring recommendations to Managing Attorney
Collaborate with General Counsel and COO to mitigate risk and increase department’s efficiency
Foster a collaborative team culture, promoting open communication and teamwork

Qualification

FederalState court rulesDocketingCase management softwareSupervisory experienceLitigation process understandingElectronic filing systemsPositiveFlexible approachAttention to detailCommunication skills

Required

10+ years' experience working in a Managing Attorney's/Clerk's office at a large law firm
Advanced knowledge of federal and state court rules and filing systems, including CM/ECF, PACER, and state-specific e-filing systems
Proficiency with docketing and case management software, such as CourtAlert, Milana or Compulaw
Supervisory experience
Familiarity with regularly used third party vendors, such as Courthouse News, CourtAlert, Bloomberg Law, PacerPro, and ECFx
Proficiency in searching for and retrieving information from court-related databases and other online sources of case information
Strong understanding of the litigation process and workflows
Ability to handle, prioritize, and complete assignments with competing deadlines
Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in all work activities
Positive, resourceful, and flexible approach
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life and disability coverage
401(k) retirement savings
Vacation time
Leave programs (including parental leave)
Performance bonus eligible

Company

White & Case LLP

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White & Case is a global law firm with longstanding offices in the markets that matter today.

H1B Sponsorship

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2025 (109)
2024 (72)
2023 (34)
2022 (21)
2021 (26)
2020 (34)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Steve Wrede
Chief Financial Officer
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Greg Dolan
Chief Operating Officer
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