Court Procedures and Docketing Clerk

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 diverse 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 Court Procedures Clerk is a position performing all responsibilities attendant to the Court Procedures Group's court filings and docketing and calendaring functions.

The Court Procedures Clerk performs these duties working at the direction of, and with guidance from the Court Procedures Managing Clerks.

This role is a great place to start your career if you are considering Law School or other legal paths in the future.

What You'll Do: * Conduct rules compliance review and filing and service of all documents submitted to the Group for filing with courts in all federal and state jurisdictions throughout the U.S.

* Perform docket research and document retrieval; assistance in the preparation, issuance and service of process and subpoenas; assistance in the initiation of actions both electronically and manually in federal and state courts; participation in the Court Procedures Group's CM/ECF electronic filing rotation by assisting in the maintenance and oversight of the CM/ECF registration process and execution of the electronic court filing workload; and performance of daily court runs to federal and local state courts.

* Provide assistance and support to the Group's docketing and calendaring system for firm Litigation matters ("Goodwin LED"). * Become a contact for litigation-related calendar inquiries and is called upon to be a fully-trained participant in the day to day execution of the Group's Goodwin LED workflow queue including: document review and analysis for calendar events; litigation event deadline entry into the CompuLaw Vision database, research of local rules, orders, and judicial preferences to ensure accurate deadline generation; and routine CompuLaw/Vision database administration.

Who You Are: * Bachelor's Degree preferred with a minimum of one to three years of relevant experience in a law firm setting.

Quality experience obtained during internships may account for the required experience.

* Candidates should have a working knowledge of federal and state court rules, courts' structures, procedural legal research, litigation support and MS Office experience.

* Must possess a professional demeanor, superior oral and written communication skills, strong client service skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced professional environment.

* An individual looking for a career in Litigation Law preferred, or interested in pursuing further education in the area of Law.

#LI- MS1 Benefits and More At Goodwin, you will discover your next career opportunity with a rewarding compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including: * Flexible work arrangements and hybrid work schedule * 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 Consistent with the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.

Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.

Goodwin Procter LLP is an equal opportunity employer.

This means that Goodwin Procter LLP considers applicants for employment, and makes employment decisions without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or other legally protected status.

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This position is eligible for overtime: Yes Target Salary: $67,000.00