Litigation Calendar Clerk (In-Office) at David Fogel P.C.

Village of Mineola, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Organizational Skills, Legal Procedure, Communication Skills, Calendar Management, Conflict Resolution, Legal Drafting, Court Filings, Deadline Management, Client Interaction, Team Collaboration, Self-Starter, Attention to Detail, Problem Solving, Adaptability, Professionalism, Time Management

Industry

Law Practice

Description

Description Our law firm is growing and we need someone to manage our court calendar as if their life depends on it. But not just anyone. Here’s the deal - we need someone who: is awesome is ridiculously organized thrives on resolving schedule conflicts has a sincere desire to learn and grow is a self-starter, and does not settle for anything less than excellence. When we say we need someone who is "awesome," we mean that: you get along well with others, you take ownership of your work, you're genuinely happy to help, and you're someone who can be counted on. Are you still in?... OK, let's get into the details. The above criteria covers the requisite traits and values the candidate must have in order to qualify. Below are the responsibilities and skills needed to succeed in this position. Overview of the Position Primary responsibility will be managing the firm's court/legal calendar and deadlines for attorneys (details below) as the firm's calendar clerk Must possess strong understanding of legal civil procedure, motions and court appearance types Proficiency with NYSCEF required Excellent and professional communication skills required - written and verbal Confident and comfortable with regularly communicating with the courts, opposing counsel, adversaries, clients and, of course, the attorneys and other staff members of the firm Additional responsibilities will include legal drafting and filing Responsibilities: Manage court/litigation calendar (return dates, deadlines, resolving scheduling conflicts, adjournment requests, scheduling/arranging EBTs, verify court appearance types (i.e In person/Virtual/Submission)) Draft/circulate/file stipulations Monitor court filings (answers, counterclaims, motions) and court notices; update files and personnel as needed Updating case management as needed Help manage deadlines by professionally communicating and advising attorneys/paralegals of filing deadlines and appearances Prep/circulate/file PC and CC orders with opposing counsel Prep physical (hard copy) files for attorneys for court Arrange per diem attorneys for coverage Draft/serve/file litigation documents such as discovery demands, subpoenas, replies, Note of Issue, etc. Additional legal/office assistance as needed, including reception backup, assisting with processing mail Bonus: the hired candidate will not only receive the listed compensation and benefits but will also get bragging rights that they work at an awesome place with awesome people (value: priceless). A final closing thought: if you think you'd be a good fit for this position, let us know why... ya know, in that cover letter no one likes to write. Benefits: Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Paid time off 401(k)

Responsibilities

The primary responsibility is managing the firm's court/legal calendar and deadlines for attorneys. Additional tasks include legal drafting, filing, and monitoring court filings and notices.