Litigation Docket Clerk

White & Case LLP
64,000
vision insurance, parental leave, 401(k)
United States, New York, New York
Jan 07, 2025
Litigation Docket Clerk Firm Summary White & Case is an elite global law firm serving leading companies, financial institutions and governments worldwide. Our long history as an international firm means we are perfectly placed to help our clients resolve their most complex legal challenges wherever they may be. With lawyers and staff operating from more than 47 locations, working in virtually every country of the world, we have invested heavily in building a high-quality full-service practice competing at the top of the market. We are distinguished by our on-the-ground presence in the world's key financial markets and our strengths in handling complex cross-border work. It's not just about our global network of offices and shared services centers; it's the global interconnectedness of the Firm that our people, and our clients, value most. We work well together across geographic and practice boundaries. It's one of the reasons we attract and retain cross-border work. And why we attract a diverse group of people. Our lawyers are globally minded, enterprising, collaborative and committed to excellence. Diversity is a core value of our Firm and it has been recognized with numerous awards and top rankings around the world. Our people represent 90 nationalities and speak 80 languages. Position Summary As a member of the Managing Clerk's Office, this experienced Office Clerk will assist the Associate Director of Managing Clerks, Assistant Managing Clerks and Database Manager in day-to-day functions of the Department as needed. Duties and Accountabilities Docket and calendar the Firm's litigation and bankruptcy cases Process, route and close Firm Audit Letters Conduct legal/docket research and docket conflicts checks Administrative duties as needed to support the department The Managing Clerk's office is responsible for keeping track of all the Firm's litigation by docketing and calendaring of all pleadings. Each case gets docketed into our docketing database by capturing the title of the case, case no., the court, the parties etc. Every pleading that comes into the Firm gets docketed under its corresponding case. A calendar of court due dates, e.g. return dates of motions, deposition dates, UCC reminders for the corporate department, trademark reminders for IP Dept. are circulated by utilizing the docketing database along with the Outlook calendar. The Managing Clerk's office will also calendar other key dates as requested. The Office is also responsible for electronic serving, filing, accepting and processing of all pleadings. Office Clerks function in a team environment with each team member assisting each other in order to assure that all tasks are completed. This position reports to the Associate Director of Managing Clerks, Assistant Managing Clerks and Database Manager. Addition responsibilities include the ability and flexibility to work extended hours if needed and to assist with special projects as assigned by the department. Qualifications Bachelors Degree preferred. At least 2-3 years of prior law firm experience preferred Working knowledge of MS Office, Excel, Adobe Acrobat (PDF), zip, scanning etc. Excellent verbal, written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills Ability to manage time and resources effectively with imminent deadlines Excellent organizations skills and attention to detail Ability to collaborate with others Good judgment Equal Opportunities White & Case is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. It is our Firm's policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require an accommodation during the process should contact talent.acquisition@whitecase.com. Benefits at White & Case White & Case LLP offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs to all eligible employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, 401(k) retirement savings, vacation time, and leave programs (including parental leave). Exempt roles are also performance bonus eligible. Location and Reporting This is an administrative support role based in the Firm's New York office. This role reports to the Managing Clerk. ^{The Firm may modify and amend any job description at any time in its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment.} ^{1The above is only a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties.} Primary Location : United States-New York Expected Workplace : Hybrid Job Posting : Jan 7, 2025, 6:06:22 AM Salary range for New York market: 64,000 - 96,000 US Dollars (USD) Yearly Salary range in other markets will vary