Hecker Fink LLP · 2 days ago
Supervisory Case Manager
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$125K/yr - $140K/yr
7+ years expHecker Fink LLP is seeking a Supervisory Case Manager to lead the Firm’s case-management team. The role involves managing case managers, coordinating litigation support, and ensuring effective workflow during all stages of litigation.
ConsultingLegal
No H1B
Responsibilities
Assist with the management of the Firm’s expanding team of Case Managers and Senior Case Managers
Exhibit a clear focus on directing and supervising litigation-support work, staffing of team members, and training, to support case teams during all stages of litigation from investigation through trial and appeal
Support the daily coordination of case management services by assigning matters, balancing workloads across staff, and ensuring adequate coverage and workflow efficiency
Work in tandem with the Director of Case Management to address personnel or work-performance issues among team members
Participate in performance evaluations and help to develop expectations and performance goals for relevant case managers
Work with the Director of Case Management to develop training and accompanying materials and provide coaching and mentoring to assigned staff as needed
Prepare for depositions, conferences, and hearings, including compiling documents, assisting in preparing witness outlines, and managing logistical and technical details
Support trial preparation and execution by organizing and tracking exhibits, preparing legal documents and evidence for courtroom presentation, coordinating remote trial office logistics, liaising with vendors, and maintaining communication with courtroom personnel and other trial participants
Stay up to date on trends and developments in litigation support and eDiscovery, proactively identifying, evaluating, and implementing best practices to enhance efficiency and compliance
Conduct legal research and draft various documents, including memoranda, correspondence, and case-related materials, as needed or directed by supervising attorneys
Participate in the recruitment process, including reviewing resumes, participating in interviews, and collaborating with the recruiting team to identify top talent aligned with organizational goals
Other special projects and administrative responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree
At least 7-8 years of litigation-support experience
Excellent writing, research, analytics, and problem-solving skills
Exceptional working knowledge of litigation case-management principles and common research tools
Tech-savvy with advanced knowledge and use of Microsoft Office
Clear communication skills and attention to detail
Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills
Ownership, initiative, and teamwork
Ability to balance tasks of varying levels of urgency and complexity
Flexibility to be available after hours to assist with case-management issues
Ability to adhere to Firm policies regarding the protection of confidential data
Enthusiastic and passionate about civil rights and public interest law
Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by hire date
Must be authorized to work in the United States
Preferred
At least 2 years of supervisory experience in a litigation-specific role at a law firm
Company
Hecker Fink LLP
At Hecker Fink LLP, we practice law at the highest level, guided by our core values of integrity, innovation, and excellence.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
David Gopstein
Partner
David Patton
Partner
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