Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP · 4 days ago
Associate Managing Clerk
San Francisco Bay Area
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$125K/yr - $135K/yr
3+ years expWeil, Gotshal & Manges LLP is a law firm seeking an Associate Managing Clerk to support all clerk activities. This role involves providing expertise on litigation docketing, court rulings, and procedures, while assisting with the daily operations of the Docket and Court Services department as needed.
ConsultingLegalProfessional Services
Hiring Manager
Chris Telesford
Responsibilities
Docket litigation deadlines for all offices / jurisdictions
Complete electronic filings in federal and state courts
Review filings for compliance with court rules and procedures
Assist attorneys with federal court and pro hac vice admissions
Assist with department audits / projects
Provide guidance to attorneys and legal assistants on federal and state court rules and procedures
Perform research related to court rules and procedures at the direction of attorneys
Assist in maintaining department / firm databases
Assist in maintaining case monitoring services
Understand and keep abreast of developments to court rules, civil procedure, and judges’ individual practices
Coordinate service of process with process servers
Liaise with court personnel, process servers, and vendors
Any additional responsibilities as required by management
Qualification
Required
At least 3 years' experience in a Managing Clerk's Office or Managing Attorney's Office, including experience answering questions about formatting of court papers and filing protocols
Understanding of docketing, research and filing-related technologies (e.g., CourtAlert, eDockets, Compulaw, Weslaw Practical Law, Bloomberg Law)
Strong understanding of the CPLR, Uniform Civil Rules including the Rules of the Commercial Division, FRCP, and FRAP
Ability to juggle multiple deadlines and prioritize tasks
Organization, project management, and flexibility
Confidentiality
Perform high level research that will be reported to attorneys
Keep up to date on any changes in court procedures and communicate them to other personnel in the Managing Attorney's Office
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite - specifically, Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, Outlook and PowerPoint
Able to establish effective working relationships with all levels of firm personnel
Able to work effectively under time pressure
Strong oral and written communication skills
Bachelor's degree required
Preferred
Prior experience in a law firm is highly preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Disability coverage
Life insurance
Flexible spending plan
401K plan
Generous paid time off
Holidays
Company
Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP
Weil is premised upon a commitment to deliver sound judgment to its clients on their most difficult and important matters.
1001-5000 employees
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Michael Vitiello
Chief Operating Officer, Corporate Department
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Partner
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