Managing Clerk

Proskauer•New York, NY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The world’s leading organizations and global players choose Proskauer to represent them when they need it the most. With 900+ lawyers in key financial centers around the world, we are known for our pragmatic and business-savvy approach. Proskauer is the place to turn when a matter is complex, innovative, and game-changing. We work seamlessly across practices, industries and jurisdictions with asset managers, private equity and venture capital firms, Fortune 500 and FTSE companies, major sports leagues, entertainment industry legends and other industry-redefining companies. Proskauer is seeking a Managing Clerk, based in the New York office, to support the Firm’s Litigation and Labor & Employment Departments. The Clerk will work closely with other members of the Managing Attorney’s Office to file court and administrative documents, ensure that deadlines are calendared within the firm’s docketing system and will assist with ad hoc projects to ensure efficiency of the office.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree is required
Exceptional computer skills with the ability to learn new software applications quickly
Previous experience with filing, docketing, and calendaring litigation matters in a law firm setting is necessary; prior experience in a managing attorney’s office is preferred
Working knowledge of New York State and federal court rules is required; other jurisdictions a plus
Proficiency with New York State Courts E-Filing (NYSCEF), federal court CM/ECF and CompuLaw calendaring system
Familiarity with CourtLink, CourtAlert, PACER, PacerPro required
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment that will utilize prioritizing and multitasking skills
Ability to communicate professionally and interact effectively with all levels of personnel, including attorneys and support staff
Excellent client service skills and collaborative teamwork mentality
Flexibility to work overtime as needed

Responsibilities

Perform the service and filing of all court and administrative agency documents prepared by the Firm, including electronic filings, commencement of cases, and filings under seal
Coordinate with outside attorney service organizations to respond to various requests (e.g. service of process, document retrieval)
Conduct research for and retrieval of court and administrative agency documents
Conduct research for and locate sample court documents to be used by our attorneys as they prepare their papers for filing
Communicate case status changes and docket updates
Complete docket and calendar related diary entries using CompuLaw for all court and administrative agency documents served and filed, or received by the Firm
Docket and calendar the daily ECF, NYSCEF and other case related notices received by the Firm
Maintain, generate, and deliver docket reports and ad hoc reports to attorneys, legal secretaries, and legal staff
Assist with the submission of emergency orders to show cause in City, State and Federal courts
Utilize research applications such as CourtLink, CourtAlert, PACER, PACERPro, Bloomberg Law, and others to answer questions and perform case tracking
Have working knowledge of NY state and federal court rules and procedures. For jurisdictions outside of NY or federal court, work with the Senior Managing Clerk and Assistant Managing Attorney to conduct research into attorney questions regarding court rules and procedures as needed
Review court documents prior to filing and explain why a change or edit is necessary
Liaise with court personnel as needed, including regarding procedural questions and then convey relevant information to our attorneys
Prepare and edit affidavits of service when necessary
Assist with registering attorneys for state and federal court e-filing credentials and troubleshoot and resolve various credentials issues as they arise
Maintain secure lists for state and federal court e-filing credentials