Description
At Seyfarth, we understand that great people are the key to our success, and we provide the opportunities to match. If you join us, you'll work with state-of-the-art technology in a friendly and professional environment, and we will continue to invest in your professional development. If you want the freedom to grow at a firm that is invested in your future, keep reading.
THE OPPORTUNITY:
In this position, you will be a part of the national docketing team, reporting to the Managing Clerk/Litigation Docketing Coordinator. You will be part of a regional and national docketing team that provides support to the firm's New York, Boston, Washington, D.C. and other domestic offices.
THE DAY-TO-DAY:
On any given day, you will be working with your colleagues on a variety of requests and projects. You will:
• Log and process all docket requests assigned to you, using the firm's docketing software
• Respond to case teams to ensure that docket entries are accurate
• Assist in the investigation of docket issues and respond to procedural inquiries from attorneys
• Know how to electronically research court cases to maintain an accurate record
• Know applicable court rules on how to electronically file documents in federal court using the cm/ecf system
• Electronically file documents in New York state and appellate courts, and the surrounding counties
• Assist with special projects as assigned by the managing clerk and the Director and Managing Attorney, Docket
• Answer procedural questions related to date calculations and filing requirements
• Review and file petitions to change names
• Manage bar renewals for the New York office, including processing and filing Pro Hac Vice motions and biennial admissions to the state bar
YOU HAVE:
• A Bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of experience as a docket specialist. Ideally, with exposure to litigation in a law firm environment
• Proficient with rules based docketing
• Computer proficient with advanced skills in all Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel and Outlook) required.
• A detail oriented skill set and have the ability to budget time efficiently while handling multiple tasks
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to interpret and analyze information
• Experience with CompuLaw desired, but not required
WHAT WE PROVIDE:
Seyfarth provides competitive salary and benefits at all levels, and our culture embraces the entrepreneurial spirit of its professionals like no other firm. Our professional staff are a collaborative team, helping to define the unique client experience offered by the firm. We understand that it takes more than attorneys to build a successful legal practice; everyone participates in our commitment to excellence.
We are also proud to be an influential leader in inclusion and diversity. The firm has been recognized for our efforts by the Human Rights Campaign and the Minority Corporate Counsel Association. We are Mansfield 5.0 certified, a reflection of our ongoing commitment to advancing candidates from underrepresented groups.
MORE ABOUT SEYFARTH:
With more than 900 lawyers across 18 offices, Seyfarth Shaw LLP provides advisory, litigation, and transactional legal services to clients worldwide. Learn more about The Seyfarth Experience at www.seyfarth.com/careers/.
Seyfarth Shaw is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, change of sex or transgender status, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.
If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click EEO is the LAW and the Supplement poster through the followinglink:https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf
The salary range for this role is $70,000 to $80,000 annually, which is based on a 35 hour work week. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in New York. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's pay within the salary range will be based on numerous factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, and business or organizational needs. This job is also eligible for an annual merit increase and bonus pay.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).
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This position is based in New York, NY 10018
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