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About the Firm Premier, global law firm that is widely recognized worldwide as a leading law firm advising institutional investors on issues related to corporate governance, shareholder rights, and securities litigation. Their clients include the largest and most prominent public pension funds, banks, asset managers and insurance companies in the world.
Since its founding, the firm has built an international reputation for excellence and integrity and pioneered the use of the litigation process to achieve precedent-setting governance reforms. The firm has prosecuted many of the most high-profile frauds in history, recovering over $40 billion on behalf of investors. Working with its clients, the firm has also used securities and corporate governance litigation to achieve precedent-setting reforms that have increased market transparency and improved corporate business practices in groundbreaking ways. The firm is widely recognized by industry observers as a leader in the field, (“consistently achieving the highest returns for investors”—The National Law Journal; “the best advice in the field-Chambers USA; “one of the best bar none…impressive achievements and excellent reputation”-Benchmark Litigation), and the firm’s reputation for integrity and unmatched record of achievement has won praise from the bench, the respect of its adversaries, and the allegiance of its clients. Today, the firm has about 60 attorneys, 75 staff and over 75 staff attorneys.
Summary-About the Team and the Role Firm seeks a proactive docket clerk to join our New York office. The Docket Clerk will be responsible for executing both basic and complex calendaring workflow requests generated through the Firm’s CourtAlert system for federal and state court matters and regulatory agencies. The Docket Clerk will work closely with the Managing Clerk and Assistant Managing Clerk to ensure compliance with all applicable rules and deadlines. In addition, the Docket Clerk will be responsible with assisting with case filings and court-related services as needed.
Responsibilities
Responsible for maintaining the Firm’s master litigation calendar, including setting up notification processes and individual attorney calendars.
Prepare additional calendar reports upon request
Calculate deadlines based upon applicable rules and statutes
Monitor cases and conduct research on litigants, as well as coordinate with outside vendors to obtain publicly filed documents
Serve and file court papers, electronically and manually
Collaborate with other members of the Managing Clerk’s Office to maintain the Firm’s litigation docket and calendar
Respond to case teams regarding deadline-related questions and concerns including delivering rule interpretation and analysis
Prepare customized docket reports as needed
Coordinate and if necessary, perform court services functions (i.e., retrieving court documents, reviewing and filing documents and coordinating process servers)
Monitor case progress in assigned courts, obtain decisions and orders, obtain docket updates and communicate case status change to responsible attorney(s)
Coordinate work projects with other members of the Managing Clerk’s Office. (Docket audit, outstanding motion lists, appeal lists, business development lists, etc.)
Provide general office support and assistance
Other duties as may be assigned
Maintain time entries in iTimeKeep
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required
Minimum of 4-6 years of experience preferred
Proficient in industry-standard calendaring tools such as CourtAlert and CompuLaw
Electronic filing in state and federal courts required (PACER and NYSCEF)
Proficiency in utilizing online court databases including Bloomberg and Courtlink
Knowledge of local, state and federal court rules, procedures and requirements and an understanding of the environment and enthusiasm for the challenges of providing complex services in a law firm setting
Meticulous attention to detail
Working knowledge of CPLR and FRCP
Excellent organizational, communication, analytical, critical thinking skills and attention to detail
Exhibit a high level of customer service orientation
General familiarity with best practices regarding docketing, calendaring and record keeping as they relate to loss prevention issues in the legal environment
Possess professional demeanor with excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills and the ability to work cohesively and constructively with all levels of firm personnel
Must be willing and able to work overtime as needed
Experience performing calendaring responsibilities
Work Environment
This is a full-time, non-exempt position based in New York, NY
This is a hybrid role typically 3 days in-office (Tuesdays and Wednesdays required); 2 days work-from-home
Typical hours are 10:00 AM-6:00 PM. Overtime (above 35 hours) may be required based on business needs
Firm values diversity and inclusion and is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the USA
Benefits
Firm provides medical, dental, and vision plans along with other benefits such as generous PTO, employee assistance programs, 401k, and more.
Anticipated base salary: $72,000.00-$82,000.00, plus overtime and bonus.
#LI-Hybrid
Salary:
$72,000.00-$82,000.00, plus overtime and bonus
Date Active:
11/19/2025
Exempt/Not Exempt:
Non-Exempt
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About the Firm Premier, global law firm that is widely recognized worldwide as a leading law firm advising institutional investors on issues related to corporate governance, shareholder rights, and securities litigation. Their clients include the largest and most prominent public pension funds, banks, asset managers and insurance companies in the world.
Since its founding, the firm has built an international reputation for excellence and integrity and pioneered the use of the litigation process to achieve precedent-setting governance reforms. The firm has prosecuted many of the most high-profile frauds in history, recovering over $40 billion on behalf of investors. Working with its clients, the firm has also used securities and corporate governance litigation to achieve precedent-setting reforms that have increased market transparency and improved corporate business practices in groundbreaking ways. The firm is widely recognized by industry observers as a leader in the field, (“consistently achieving the highest returns for investors”—The National Law Journal; “the best advice in the field-Chambers USA; “one of the best bar none…impressive achievements and excellent reputation”-Benchmark Litigation), and the firm’s reputation for integrity and unmatched record of achievement has won praise from the bench, the respect of its adversaries, and the allegiance of its clients. Today, the firm has about 60 attorneys, 75 staff and over 75 staff attorneys.
Summary-About the Team and the Role Firm seeks a proactive docket clerk to join our New York office. The Docket Clerk will be responsible for executing both basic and complex calendaring workflow requests generated through the Firm’s CourtAlert system for federal and state court matters and regulatory agencies. The Docket Clerk will work closely with the Managing Clerk and Assistant Managing Clerk to ensure compliance with all applicable rules and deadlines. In addition, the Docket Clerk will be responsible with assisting with case filings and court-related services as needed.
Responsibilities
Responsible for maintaining the Firm’s master litigation calendar, including setting up notification processes and individual attorney calendars.
Prepare additional calendar reports upon request
Calculate deadlines based upon applicable rules and statutes
Monitor cases and conduct research on litigants, as well as coordinate with outside vendors to obtain publicly filed documents
Serve and file court papers, electronically and manually
Collaborate with other members of the Managing Clerk’s Office to maintain the Firm’s litigation docket and calendar
Respond to case teams regarding deadline-related questions and concerns including delivering rule interpretation and analysis
Prepare customized docket reports as needed
Coordinate and if necessary, perform court services functions (i.e., retrieving court documents, reviewing and filing documents and coordinating process servers)
Monitor case progress in assigned courts, obtain decisions and orders, obtain docket updates and communicate case status change to responsible attorney(s)
Coordinate work projects with other members of the Managing Clerk’s Office. (Docket audit, outstanding motion lists, appeal lists, business development lists, etc.)
Provide general office support and assistance
Other duties as may be assigned
Maintain time entries in iTimeKeep
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required
Minimum of 4-6 years of experience preferred
Proficient in industry-standard calendaring tools such as CourtAlert and CompuLaw
Electronic filing in state and federal courts required (PACER and NYSCEF)
Proficiency in utilizing online court databases including Bloomberg and Courtlink
Knowledge of local, state and federal court rules, procedures and requirements and an understanding of the environment and enthusiasm for the challenges of providing complex services in a law firm setting
Meticulous attention to detail
Working knowledge of CPLR and FRCP
Excellent organizational, communication, analytical, critical thinking skills and attention to detail
Exhibit a high level of customer service orientation
General familiarity with best practices regarding docketing, calendaring and record keeping as they relate to loss prevention issues in the legal environment
Possess professional demeanor with excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills and the ability to work cohesively and constructively with all levels of firm personnel
Must be willing and able to work overtime as needed
Experience performing calendaring responsibilities
Work Environment
This is a full-time, non-exempt position based in New York, NY
This is a hybrid role typically 3 days in-office (Tuesdays and Wednesdays required); 2 days work-from-home
Typical hours are 10:00 AM-6:00 PM. Overtime (above 35 hours) may be required based on business needs
Firm values diversity and inclusion and is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the USA
Benefits
Firm provides medical, dental, and vision plans along with other benefits such as generous PTO, employee assistance programs, 401k, and more.
Anticipated base salary: $72,000.00-$82,000.00, plus overtime and bonus.
#LI-Hybrid
Salary:
$72,000.00-$82,000.00, plus overtime and bonus
Date Active:
11/19/2025
Exempt/Not Exempt:
Non-Exempt
#J-18808-Ljbffr