Our client is a prestigious international law firm that is seeking a Court Services Attorney, to perform a wide array of general litigation research and support functions for counsel and staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Answer high-level procedural questions related to state and federal court filings;
• Electronically files in east and west coast state and federal court jurisdictions;
• Oversee and participate in court and agency filings in paper and electronic formats, adhere to individual court and judicial procedures and satisfy litigation deadlines;
• Assists with work coordination between east and west Court Services departments;
• Develops repository of judicial experience, updating with recent templates, docket sheets, sample documents, transcripts;
• Reviews and edits documents for form and procedural compliance before service/filing;
• Assists litigation attorneys and staff with procedural research assignments;
• Performs docket research on Westlaw, Westlaw CourtExpress, LexisNexis, LexisNexis CourtLink, (PACER);
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

   

  Requirements

• Juris Doctorate degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school required.
• Well-versed in complicated procedural matters, and knowledgeable of applicable court rules and procedures with a concentration in state and federal appellate practice.
• Familiar with Federal Rules of Civil Procedure (FRCP), Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure (FRAP), Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure (FRBP).
• Knowledge of New York procedural statutes, court rules and procedures
• Able to apply court rules in multiple jurisdictions quickly, efficiently, and in a manner which instills confidence and eliminates risk.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and multitask under demanding situations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• At least three years of experience working in a Managing Attorney’s Office, with experience in electronic filings and procedural issues required.

   

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