E-Filing and Litigation Specialist

Overview Orrick•Washington, DC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Orrick is seeking an E-Filing and Litigation Specialist to join the Court Services Department and support the firm’s litigation practice. The position is hybrid and may be based in an East Coast or Midwest office in Washington, DC, New York, Boston, Chicago, Austin, or Houston; consideration may also be given to fully remote locations within the United States. The Specialist reports to the D.C. Managing Attorney. The role is divided approximately equally between managing electronic filing and service in state and federal courts and providing litigation support. Litigation support includes calculating and calendaring deadlines using the firm’s calendaring software and responding to case team questions about court procedures and related matters. The position may require overtime.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
At least 3 years of similar prior e-filing experience, including use of platforms such as CM/ECF, NYSCEF, Odyssey, Tyler Technologies, TrueFiling, and File & ServeXpress.
Knowledge of civil court procedures and rules in state and federal trial and appellate courts.
Proficiency with CourtAlert, Aderant-Compulaw, or a comparable database.
Effective written and oral communication skills and excellent attention to detail.
Ability to work in a dynamic environment and manage a high-volume workload under tight deadlines.
Strong multitasking skills and ability to meet competing deadlines.
Technological aptitude and ability to learn new software and technology platforms quickly.
Strong organizational skills and ability to follow detailed instructions accurately.
Proactive problem-solving skills, ownership of tasks, and follow-through.
Ability to work independently and prioritize effectively.
Exceptional accuracy and thoroughness in e-filing, calendaring, and data entry, with a focus on risk management.
Strong customer service skills and ability to work well within a team.
Ability to interact effectively with personnel at all levels.
Ability to work overtime when required.

Responsibilities

Electronically file court documents accurately and on time.
Research e-filing procedures, local court rules, state and federal civil procedure, and case histories as needed.
Review court filings for compliance with applicable procedural rules, including format, signatures, filing fees, chambers copies, and certificates.
Answer attorneys’ questions about electronic filing and court procedures.
Act as a liaison between attorneys and courts.
Retrieve docket sheets and court records.
Prepare correspondence to courtroom deputies, judges, law clerks, and outside services as necessary.
Assist with service of pleadings and other documents in state and federal courts.
Assist attorneys with registering for electronic filing accounts and troubleshoot account access issues.
Calendar litigation events based on court notifications, court rules, and attorney communications.
Generate reports of upcoming case deadlines using calendaring software.
Respond to attorneys’, paralegals’, and assistants’ questions about calendaring, procedure, and compliance with court rules.
Research court rules, procedures, and case histories as needed.
Track state and federal cases of interest through various applications.
Search for sample court filings, court records, and dockets.
Order certificates of good standing, transcripts, and other litigation documents as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
Mental well-being programs.
Child, family, elder, and pet care benefits.
Short- and long-term disability benefits.
Parental leave benefits.
Health savings account contributions with an applicable medical plan.
Flexible spending accounts.
401(k) program.
Paid time off.
Paid holidays.
Potential annual discretionary merit bonus based on firm and individual performance.