Job Description

Are you a Litigation Docket Clerk? Are you in New York? Would you like to join one of the top law firms in the US? If so, R & W Group has a fantastic new opportunity. One of our favorite law firm clients is looking for a temporary Litigation Docket Clerk. This role provides critical docketing, e-filing, and administrative support to the Managing Attorney, Managing Clerk, Assistant Managing Clerk, Docketing Coordinators, and the broader department.

In this role, you would interact frequently with attorneys, firm leadership, and staff, often serving as a first point of contact. A high level of professionalism, responsiveness, and client service is essential to success in this role. Schedule: Monday-Friday,9:30 AM - 5:30 PM ET, fully in-office

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and update the firm's docketing system by recording litigation filings and calculating deadlines under the supervision of Docketing Coordinators.
• Provide e-filing support through PACER/CM/ECF and other federal and agency electronic filing systems.
• Assist in maintaining accurate and up-to-date litigation dockets.
• Provide administrative support to the Assistant Managing Clerk and the Managing Attorney's Office.
• Prepare, proofread, and distribute departmental communications, reports, and other documents.
• Create and maintain department-wide files, databases, and libraries; perform data entry and ensure accuracy in collaboration with firm personnel.
• Process and track invoices for submission to Finance & Accounting.
• Assist in developing and maintaining departmental policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum of three years of litigation experience in a law firm or corporate legal environment.
• Experience with docketing/calendaring systems (e.g., Milana, eDockets, CompuLaw, MA3000) preferred.
• Experience with electronic filing systems, including Federal CM/ECF (and California courts, a plus).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Windows-based systems.
• Experience working with databases and data management tools.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Commitment to providing exceptional internal and external client service.
• Flexibility to work evening hours and additional time as needed. Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.

Solid compensation of $29 - 36/hr, depending upon experience. Great team. Apply online or register with us at www.r-wgroup.com.