We are conducting a search for an experienced and motivated Court & Calendar Resources Researcher with 3+ years of law firm and calendar system experience. This role offers a competitive base and excellent benefits and culture in a well known and top-rated law firm.
The ideal candidate will maintain the firm's master calendar and field and address research inquiries related to docketing, civil procedure and court processes.
What You'll Do:
- Maintain the Firm, team and attorney calendars with accuracy and promptness;
- Research all court rules/regulations to ensure the accurate and efficient calendaring of the Firm's cases;
- Calculate calendar and deadlines utilizing the legal calendar systems;
- Respond to requests from attorneys, paralegals and secretaries regarding case, court, filing, calendar and system information;
- User administrative maintenance in connection with various electronic filing and service providers;
- Act as a liaison between Court and Calendar Resources team and other departments;
- Work overtime as required; and
- Handle additional related projects as assigned.
What You'll Bring: - Associate degree, technical certification or equivalent professional experience;
- At least 3 years of relevant work experience in a law firm or legal department of a large corporation (required).
- Advanced knowledge of Federal and State Rules of Civil Procedure, Federal and State Rules of Court, U.S. Bankruptcy Code and bankruptcy rules, and Court Form Application (as applicable);
- Advanced knowledge of U.S. Patent & Trademark rules/procedures (as applicable);
- Advanced proficiency in legal calendar systems ( i.e., CompuLaw, PATTSY), court record systems (PACER), and conflicts and records systems ( as applicable);
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; and
- Familiarity with legal terminology and variety of citation and brief formats used in legal work.