Overview
Court Services Specialist Jobs in Los Angeles, USA at Munger Tolles and Olson LLP
Job Description
Court Services Specialist
Position Type:
Full Time
Non-exempt
Offsite (work in-office based on business needs.)
Must be within commutable distance to the office
Location: LA/SF/DC
Residency Requirements:
Washington D.C.:
For all positions based in the Washington, D.C. office, residency within Washington D.C., Maryland or Virginia and within a reasonable commutable distance to the assigned office is required depending on the firm’s discretion and the nature of the role.
Los Angeles and San Francisco Offices:
For all positions based in the Los Angeles and San Francisco offices, residency within the state of California and within a reasonable commutable distance to the assigned office is required depending on the firm’s discretion and the nature of the role.
Salary Range:
$42.74/HR – $44.20/HR (LA & DC)
$47.00/HR – $48.62/HR (SF)*
* The salary range is the one that Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP reasonably expects to pay for this position. The salary range does not guarantee, obligate, nor set expectations of an applicant’s wage in the event of hire. The posted range is only one component of Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP’s Total Rewards package.
SUMMARY
The Court Services Clerk is responsible for supporting the docket and filing needs of the firm. Responsibilities include providing comprehensive litigation calendaring and filing services by adhering to the firm calendaring and filing procedures and processes. The Court Services Clerk researches court-related deadlines and e-filing requests to ensure compliance with applicable rules of procedure, such as local court rules and state and federal civil procedures.
The Specialist calendars litigation events into the Firm’s calendaring management system based on a review of court notifications, court rules, and attorney communications; and also provides reports from the appropriate systems of upcoming case deadlines upon request. In addition, the Court Services Clerk provides filing support such as e-filing court documents, assists with the service of pleadings and other documents in state and federal courts, acts as a liaison between the attorneys and the courts, and answers questions from attorneys and staff regarding electronic filing and court procedures.
Job Functions & Responsibilities
Description of Functions & Responsibilities:
Docketing and Calendaring
- Provides litigation docket support to all firm offices.
- Logs and processes all calendar requests as assigned using docketing software.
- Determines court dates by reviewing relevant documents and calendars all State, Federal and Agency court deadlines.
- Provides weekly and customized calendar reports.
- Creates and updates deadlines and trial calendars for new and existing clients/matters.
- Responds to and works with case teams to ensure docket entries are accurate and meet their practice needs.
- Conducts regular calendar meetings with attorneys or paralegals to review upcoming calendar.
- Responds to and works with Case Teams to ensure docket entries are accurate and meet their practice needs.
- Follows departmental best practice procedures and assists with implementing solutions to mitigate future issues when applicable.
- Researches court rules using applicable tools:
Court website, Smart Rules, West Law, Rutter’s Guide. - Assists in the investigation of docket/calendaring concerns and responds to inquiries regarding work product.
- Answers procedural questions related to date calculations.
Filings
- Acts as a resource regarding all types of court filings, answering questions from Court Service Department, Legal Assistants, Attorneys, and other users throughout the firm.
- Develops expert knowledge of court filings and standards; resolves court filing questions, and ensures court filings are completed accurately.
- Distributes service and courtesy copies, when necessary.
- Communicates directly with court/administrative offices to confirm rules and procedures.
- Acts as a liaison between the firm’s attorneys and court personnel.
- Reviews basic documents to ensure compliance with applicable rules.
- Performs all aspects of court services functions, including print and electronic filings, court rule updates, and engagement of attorney service…
Title: Court Services Specialist
Company: Munger Tolles and Olson LLP
Location: Los Angeles, USA
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