Job Description

Join Goodwin’s Global Operations Team, and make a real impact on a global scale. At Goodwin, we work with some of the world’s most successful and innovative investors, entrepreneurs and disruptors in the life sciences, private equity, real estate, technology and financial industries, and where they converge. As part of the Global Operations Team – all business professionals at the firm – you’ll collaborate with colleagues from varied backgrounds and experiences, fostering an environment where cross-functional learning, networking, and collaboration are at the core of what we do.

Here, we’re not just supporting a law firm; we’re partnering with attorneys and clients to deliver cutting-edge solutions in high-stakes litigation and dispute resolution, world-class regulatory compliance and advisory services, and complex transactions. Our commitment to integrity, ingenuity, agility, and ambition drives us, and we’re proud to have been recognised as the “Best Business Team” by The American Lawyer.

This is your opportunity to grow professionally in a dynamic, global environment, surrounded by forward-thinking peers.

The Docketing and Calendaring Clerk (“LED Clerk”) is called upon to be a fully-engaged participant in the firm’s LED workflow queue. In that role, the LED Clerk is responsible for executing both basic and complex calendaring workflow requests generated through the Litigation Department’s CompuLaw Litigation Event Docketing system (“Goodwin LED”) for federal and state court matters.

What You Will Do:

• Rules compliance review including research of local rules, orders, and judicial preferences to ensure accurate deadline generation;

• Document and docket review and analysis for calendar events;

• CompuLaw event entry, deadline generation and accuracy review;

• Weekly calendar report generation and distribution;

• Reviews and updates Goodwin LED informational resources;

• Routine CompuLaw database administration.

• In addition, the LED Clerk, on an as needed basis, in conjunction with the Assistant General Counsel & Managing Director of Court Procedures and the LED Senior Manager, participates in initiatives and projects.

Who You Are:

• Bachelor degree + 2 years of experience in a litigation calendaring position using CompuLaw or other similar calendaring database.

• Working knowledge of state and federal court rules and structures

• Proficient legal research and analytical skills

• Superior organizational and time management skills, including the ability to multitask with changing priorities to meet strict deadlines

• The ability to respect, protect and maintain highly confidential and sensitive information.

• Superior client service and litigation support skills

• The ability to work independently, take initiative, and be proactive

• Possess professional demeanor with excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills and the ability to work cohesively and constructively with all levels of firm personnel

• Knowledge and experience with litigation docketing/calendaring systems such as CompuLaw, PACER, or CM/ECF desirable

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint

• Demonstrated flexibility to work outside regular business hours.

• Minimal travel may be required.

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Benefits and More

At Goodwin, you will discover your next career opportunity with a rewarding compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Life and disability insurance

• Retirement & Savings Plan

• Emergency back-up child and adult care

• Paid vacation, sick time off, and holidays

• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

• Employee recognition and reward programs

• Employee wellness and assistance programs

• Employee discounts and perks

This position is eligible for overtime: YesThe Target Salary Range For This Position Varies By Location And Is Commensurate With Relevant Experience: $67,000.00