Assistant Managing Clerk
Location: New York, New York
Description: The ONeil Search Group is presently looking of Assistant Managing Clerk right now, this career will be designated in New York. For detail informations about this career opportunity kindly read the description below. Major New York Law Firm is seeking a Assistant Managing Clerk:
This position works under the direct supervision of the Managing Clerk. The Assistant Managing Clerk! assumes the responsibilities of the Managing Clerk when he/she is not present.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Ability and experience in briefing attorneys and clerks on the intricacies of court procedures
Experience in dealing with judges, part clerks, court clerks and general court personnel
Advise and respond to inquiries regarding court rules and procedures, adjournments, calendar dates, summonses and subpoenas
Delegate work assignments to court clerks, set goals for staff, able to appraise performances
Provide data entry into the firm?s docket and calendar system, including computation of due dates
Ability to work under pressure and exhibit attention to detail and possess organizational skills
Research cases by various methods including Pacer, Westlaw, Internet, newspapers and magazines, etc.
Review documents before service and filing for correct form, signatures, required filing fees, required number of copies, etc. Ability to file documents electronically
Draft certain ! legal documents such as notices of entry, stipulations, notices of appearance and affidavits of service
Accompany attorneys to court for special proceedings
Train and supervise new clerks
Other duties as assigned at the discretion of the Managing Clerk
Prepare materials and conduct orientation for new attorneys and staff.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supervise Managing Clerk?s staff
Train employees, plan, assign and delegate work
Must provide and welcome feedback.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must display a willingness to make decisions
Must exhibit sound and accurate judgment
Must demonstrate professional written and verbal communication skills
Must be willing to pursue training and developmental opportunities
Must be able to take responsibility for subordinates
Should possess a Notary Public license.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
Strong familiarity with CompuLaw, PACER, CourtAlert, Courtlink an! d the NYS Unified Court System
Must possess a strong working knowledge of the CPLR, FRCP, local court rules and procedures
Must know electronic case filing in Federal, State and Bankruptcy courts.
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
Eight (8) years minimum experience in Managing Clerk?s office required
College Degree Preferred.
HOURS:
Core Hours, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (1 hour lunch) with flexibility for overtime as needed.
This job description sets forth the authorities and responsibilities of this position and may be changed from time to time as shall be determined. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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If you were eligible to this career, please send us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to The ONeil Search Group.
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This career will be started on: Mon, 29 Apr 2013 05:00:11 GMT
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