Appeals Case Manager

United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit•Cincinnati, OH

4d•$51,414 - $92,043•Hybrid

About The Position

The Appeals Case Manager exercises responsibility for processing cases through all stages of the appellate process, from initial receipt through final disposition. The major responsibilities and duties include the following: Collect case opening data; review and monitor compliance with jurisdictional prerequisites; prepare case opening documents; docket the case; establish deadlines to monitor compliance. Receive and docket all motions and responses to motions; rule on those motions delegated to clerk’s authority by local rule or internal policy; and monitor action thereon. Research and respond to verbal and written inquiries from judges, other courts, counsel, pro se parties and others concerning procedures, case problems and case status. Establish and issue a briefing schedule tailored to case need. Receive and review briefs tendered for filing for compliance with technical requirements of Sixth Circuit Rules and Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure. Advise counsel of deficiencies to briefs with specific directions for correction and monitor receipt of corrections. Receive and docket orders from judges. Make timely distribution of orders and opinions to counsel, parties and the district court and district court judges, as appropriate. Draft orders as requested by chambers or supervisors. Construe pro se documents, refer to appropriate staff members and prepare written responses when necessary. Provide prompt notification to appropriate court staff of emergency motions; request expedited responses; and follow-up until completion. Provide courtroom support as primary, backup or setup courtroom deputy.

Requirements

Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
Highly precise and detailed
Present a professional image and demeanor
Ability to exercise discretion in dealing with confidential information
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Ability to apply a body of rules, regulations, directives, or laws and involve the routine use of specialized terminology and automated software
Ability to work in a team-based environment
High school diploma, or its equivalent

Nice To Haves

Two years of work experience which relates to the processing of legal documents and/or the application of statutes and rules/regulations, and the use of legal terminology
Related experience in a court, government agency, law firm, or equivalent environment
Experience with electronic case-management systems

Responsibilities

Collect case opening data
Review and monitor compliance with jurisdictional prerequisites
Prepare case opening documents
Docket the case
Establish deadlines to monitor compliance
Receive and docket all motions and responses to motions
Rule on those motions delegated to clerk’s authority by local rule or internal policy
Monitor action thereon
Research and respond to verbal and written inquiries from judges, other courts, counsel, pro se parties and others concerning procedures, case problems and case status
Establish and issue a briefing schedule tailored to case need
Receive and review briefs tendered for filing for compliance with technical requirements of Sixth Circuit Rules and Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure
Advise counsel of deficiencies to briefs with specific directions for correction and monitor receipt of corrections
Receive and docket orders from judges
Make timely distribution of orders and opinions to counsel, parties and the district court and district court judges, as appropriate
Draft orders as requested by chambers or supervisors
Construe pro se documents, refer to appropriate staff members and prepare written responses when necessary
Provide prompt notification to appropriate court staff of emergency motions
Request expedited responses
Follow-up until completion
Provide courtroom support as primary, backup or setup courtroom deputy

Benefits

Employer subsidized health and life insurance plans
Dental and vision insurance plans
Flexible spending accounts for health care, dependent care, and commuter expenses
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program and mass transit subsidies
On-site fitness center
Federal retirement entails a pension plan (FERS-FRAE) and employer-matching Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401K)
Retirees may carry insurance plans into retirement while paying the same premiums as employees
Annual time off - 13 vacation days, 13 sick leave days, and 11 paid holidays
Vacation days increase to 20 days after three years and to 26 days after fifteen years
Hybrid telework schedule may be available