Barack Ferrazzano Kirsc
Litigation Docketing Clerk
Barack Ferrazzano Kirsc, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Position:
Litigation Docketing Clerk
FLSA:
Non-Exempt
Reports To:
Litigation Filing and Docketing Manager
Salary:
Salary is commensurate with experience
Hours:
9am – 5pm (40 hrs/wk) with occasional OT
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Handle all aspects of the firm’s litigation electronic docketing system and docketing management, including reviewing, posting, and maintaining docket and calendar entries for all litigation matters and saving and organizing in the Firm’s document management systemProcess and personally handle the filing of certain pleadings and other papers in state and federal courts, arbitrations, and administrative agencies, including electronic and hard copy filings, service on counsel, and delivery of courtesy copiesInterface with clerk and other court staffProvide filing and docketing backup when Manager is not availableOther duties as assigned by Filing and Docketing ManagerMake occasional trips to nearby courtKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
High school diploma or equivalent required, with some post-secondary education or degree preferredEducation, training, or experience as an administrative assistant, legal secretary or docket clerk preferredAt least 1-2 years’ experience in an office setting and/or litigation experience in a law firm are plusesExperience with and understanding of federal, state, arbitration, and administrative electronic filing systems are a plusAbility to read and write using proper punctuation, grammar, and spellingAbility to maintain records in a highly organized and efficient mannerAbility to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraintsWork requires a high level of attention to detail with the ability to complete work accurately and in a timely mannerInterpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate with and to follow instructions from a diverse group of court/tribunal personnel, attorneys and staff in person, by e-mail, and telephone and to provide information with ordinary courtesy and tactWork occasionally requires more than 40 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the positionAlthough not typical, ability and willingness to work occasional nights and weekends will be required. Predictable, regular, and punctual attendance (whether in office or remote)Knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office products. Knowledge of iManage (or similar document management system), PACER, PACERPro, and a docketing management system is a plusWORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:
Work is normally performed in a typical office work environment at an assigned station. The Firm will consider hybrid work options for this position.Limited physical effort required and very limited exposure to physical risk.Must be able to comply with all safety requirements in our workplace.
Disclaimer:
Incumbents must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to which will be required in this position. The Firm reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this position (within guidelines and compliance with Federal and State Laws). Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis
Litigation Docketing Clerk
FLSA:
Non-Exempt
Reports To:
Litigation Filing and Docketing Manager
Salary:
Salary is commensurate with experience
Hours:
9am – 5pm (40 hrs/wk) with occasional OT
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Handle all aspects of the firm’s litigation electronic docketing system and docketing management, including reviewing, posting, and maintaining docket and calendar entries for all litigation matters and saving and organizing in the Firm’s document management systemProcess and personally handle the filing of certain pleadings and other papers in state and federal courts, arbitrations, and administrative agencies, including electronic and hard copy filings, service on counsel, and delivery of courtesy copiesInterface with clerk and other court staffProvide filing and docketing backup when Manager is not availableOther duties as assigned by Filing and Docketing ManagerMake occasional trips to nearby courtKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
High school diploma or equivalent required, with some post-secondary education or degree preferredEducation, training, or experience as an administrative assistant, legal secretary or docket clerk preferredAt least 1-2 years’ experience in an office setting and/or litigation experience in a law firm are plusesExperience with and understanding of federal, state, arbitration, and administrative electronic filing systems are a plusAbility to read and write using proper punctuation, grammar, and spellingAbility to maintain records in a highly organized and efficient mannerAbility to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraintsWork requires a high level of attention to detail with the ability to complete work accurately and in a timely mannerInterpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate with and to follow instructions from a diverse group of court/tribunal personnel, attorneys and staff in person, by e-mail, and telephone and to provide information with ordinary courtesy and tactWork occasionally requires more than 40 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the positionAlthough not typical, ability and willingness to work occasional nights and weekends will be required. Predictable, regular, and punctual attendance (whether in office or remote)Knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office products. Knowledge of iManage (or similar document management system), PACER, PACERPro, and a docketing management system is a plusWORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:
Work is normally performed in a typical office work environment at an assigned station. The Firm will consider hybrid work options for this position.Limited physical effort required and very limited exposure to physical risk.Must be able to comply with all safety requirements in our workplace.
Disclaimer:
Incumbents must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to which will be required in this position. The Firm reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this position (within guidelines and compliance with Federal and State Laws). Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis