What are the responsibilities and job description for the Docket Clerk position at Clark Hill?
Clark Hill is seeking a Docket Clerk to join its Los Angeles, CA office. A Docket Clerk will be responsible for the docketing of relevant court dates & deadlines, assisting with double-checking/reviewing docket entries for consistency and accuracy and managing and distributing reports as needed.
Essential Job Functions
- Enters upcoming court/due dates and related documents into our automated docketing system and reviews docketing records to ensure correct assessment of deadlines and accuracy of database.
- Provides necessary follow-up to attorneys, paralegals and legal administrative assistants regarding input of calendared events.
- Provides information and answers procedural questions posed by attorneys, paralegals and other support staff.
- Retrieves from court, or via outside vendors, docket sheets and pleadings.
- Stays current on California court procedure and rule changes.
- Stays current on California Courts remote hearing procedures.
- Schedule remote appearances for Court hearings.
- Assists with other projects, as assigned.
- Performs other work-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years of docket, paralegal or legal assistant experience.
- Thorough understanding of California court rules and filing requirements.
- Self-starter with a professional demeanor and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong proofreading skills.
- Detail oriented with an organized approach to work assignments.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- The ability to manage electronic and hard copy documents through litigation technology.
Other Skills and Abilities:
The following will also be required of the successful candidate:
- Good judgment
- Strong interpersonal communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
- Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
- Able to work under pressure
Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities
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