Litigation Docket Clerk (Temporary Position)

About the role

Gibson Dunn is a leading global law firm, advising clients on significant transactions and disputes. Our exceptional teams craft and deploy creative legal strategies that are meticulously tailored to every matter, however complex or high-stakes. Based in New York, the Litigation Docket Clerk (Temporary Position) will support the daily activities in a Managing Attorney’s Office, including filing, service, and retrieval of court documents; maintaining and updating related databases; processing incoming court documents; and communicating with court personnel and attorneys regarding proper filing procedures. This role reports to the Managing Attorney - NY.

Responsibilities

• Assist with electronic filing in state and federal courts.
• Prepare, review, and process legal documents for filing and service.
• Monitor filing deadlines and court notifications.
• Provide administrative support to the MAO team.
• Communicate with attorneys and legal assistants regarding filing requirements and court procedures.
• Obtain court documents, certified copies, and docket information as needed.
• Maintain accurate filing records and tracking logs.
• Perform docketing tasks as assigned.
• Assist with special projects and provide general administrative and backup support as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong customer service and professionalism when interacting with attorneys, staff, courts, and vendors.
• High level of discretion in handling confidential information.
• Ability to learn new software and internal systems quickly.
• Ability to work overtime as necessary.

Experience

• Prior experience in a law firm, legal support, or court environment preferred.
• Experience with state and federal court filings, including NYSCEF and PACER.
• Familiarity with litigation support or Managing Attorney's Office functions.
• Knowledge of New York court rules and filing procedures.
• Experience coordinating with court personnel and service vendors.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and Adobe Acrobat.
• Prior docketing experience is preferred but not required.

Pay

The hourly compensation rate for this position is $45–55 per hour, depending on qualifications and other operational considerations.

Benefits

• Health care
• Paid sick time