New York - Assistant Managing Clerk
About the role
The Assistant Managing Clerk position is available for business professionals interested in advancing their careers in a dynamic and rewarding environment. Winston & Strawn is a leading global law firm committed to excellence, diversity, and professional growth.
Responsibilities
- Review court documents and correspondence and accurately calendar deadlines in the Firm’s automated docketing system.
- Review and interpret civil and criminal rules of procedure in state and federal courts.
- Research and copy court docket sheets, pleadings, orders, and opinions locally and nationwide upon request of attorney and/or paralegal.
- Reviews electronic filings for compliance with applicable rules and requirements and submits filings in a timely manner.
- Notify attorneys of filing deadlines, court appearances, and depositions.
- Communicate court filing procedures, local rules, and individual judges’ rules to attorneys, secretaries, and paralegals.
- Generate reports for attorneys, paralegals, and staff.
- Cook up service of process of summonses or subpoenas for ex., as needed.
- File court documents at local courthouses as needed.
- Support Managing Clerk and Docket Attorney in all aspects of department responsibilities.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required.
- 3+ years of litigation docketing experience in a Managing Clerk’s office or law firm setting.
- Experience with CompuLaw preferred.
- Must live within a commutable distance to the firm office with the ability to come into the office 3-4 days per week.
Qualifications
Must be able to organize, prioritize, and complete numerous tasks in accordance with deadlines. Strong written and verbal communication skills required to effectively communicate with a diverse group of attorneys and staff. Ability to solve problems by choosing among clear-cut alternatives necessary. Ability to work efficiently and effectively with limited supervision. Work occasionally requires more than normally scheduled work hours to assist with electronic filings.
Benefits
Winston offers comprehensive benefits that provide a full spectrum of coverage and support for our full-time employees and their families. Additional information about benefits and rewards can be found here.
Pay
New York based applicants only: The target annual salary range for this role is currently $96,000 - $107,000 based on a regular, full-time schedule. The amount of compensation offered will be determined by several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications, market data and internal equity.
Schedule
We are flexible and offer a variety of schedules to accommodate your needs.
Skills
Must be able to organize, prioritize, and complete numerous tasks in accordance with deadlines. Strong written and verbal communication skills required to effectively communicate with a diverse group of attorneys and staff. Ability to solve problems by choosing among clear-cut alternatives necessary. Ability to work efficiently and effectively with limited supervision. Work occasionally requires more than normally scheduled work hours to assist with electronic filings.
Benefits
Winston offers comprehensive benefits that provide a full spectrum of coverage and support for our full-time employees and their families. Additional information about benefits and rewards can be found here.