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Job Description
Law Firm Assistant Managing Clerk | CF Legal Recruiting and Staffing
The Tone:
This is a hybrid, non-exempt position located in New York City. The firm provides legal services, and this role is crucial for maintaining the integrity and compliance of all court-related documentation. The Assistant Managing Clerk ensures that attorneys and paralegals can effectively navigate legal procedures by handling complex filings and providing essential procedural guidance.
The TL;DR
• Role: Mid-Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid, New York City, NY
• Team: Reports to the Managing Clerk and provides guidance to attorneys and paralegals.
• Mission: Ensure all court filings comply with procedural rules and facilitate seamless legal operations for attorneys and paralegals.
• Tech Stack: PC, Microsoft Office products, Adobe Acrobat, litigation database software
What You’ll Actually Do
• File: Handle the electronic filing of documents in federal courts nationwide and New York State Court.
• Research: Investigate and apply procedural rules for state and federal courts, providing guidance to attorneys and paralegals.
• Prepare: Review and format all court filings to ensure strict adherence to court rules and procedures.
• Manage: Coordinate the physical preparation, filing, and retrieval of documents at New York courthouses.
• Draft: Create litigation documents, court forms, and attorney admissions paperwork, including pro hac vice applications.
The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, combined with a minimum of five years of relevant experience.
• Experience: At least five years of experience within a large firm environment or as Court Clerk Staff, demonstrating a strong understanding of court rules and procedures.
• Skills: Proficiency with PC, Microsoft Office products, Adobe Acrobat, and litigation database software; demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal skills, organizational abilities, and capacity for multitasking under strict deadlines.
