Overview
Head of Legal Jobs in United States at Etched
About Us
Blank Rome is an Am Law 100 firm with 16 offices and nearly 750 attorneys who provide comprehensive legal and advocacy services to clients operating in the United States and around the world. Our professionals have built a reputation for their leading knowledge and experience across a spectrum of industries and are recognized for their commitment to pro bono work in their communities. Since our inception in 1946, Blank Rome’s culture has been dedicated to providing top-level service to all of our clients and has been rooted in the strength of our diversity and inclusion initiatives. Our commitment to our core values and dedication to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment, allows the firm to attract and retain the brightest in the industry.
Job Overview
The Docketing Analyst is responsible for providing comprehensive litigation and non-litigation calendaring services to the firm, including calendaring for all assigned matters, ensuring adherence to calendaring procedures and processes for these matters, and facilitating firm compliance with calendaring policies and protocols to minimize the risk of missed deadlines.
This role has a remote working arrangement. Potential candidates must reside within one of the 10 states in which we have a physical office. In this role, you will report to the Docketing Manager.
Essential Functions
Independently calendar law firm litigation and non-litigation matters.
Create new records, dockets, and event in the docketing database.
Create reminders for events.
Search and retrieve filing information from various courts for docketing purposes.
Ensure adherence to calendaring procedures and processes.
Implement and maintain quality control measures for all assigned calendared events.
Participate in maintaining efficient workflow.
Research and respond to attorney, professional assistant, and paralegal regarding calendaring request and inquiries.
Identify and appropriately escalate any potential risk factors in various business situations to the Docketing Manager.
Prepare calendar reports as requested by attorneys and staff.
Perform special projects and other responsibilities as assigned.
Work additional hours as needed to fulfill job requirements.
The above essential functions represent the general nature and level of responsibilities for this position and is not intended to be an all-inclusive list. The firm may modify and amend any job description at any time in its sole discretion.
Skills/Qualifications
3+ years of experience in a legal environment with litigation practice required.
No prior docketing experience is required; some experience preferred.
Associate degree preferred.
Experience with calendaring software preferred; eDockets a plus.
Experience with iManage or other document management/document retention software used by major law firms, helpful.
Strong communication skills (verbal and written) with the ability to develop positive working relationships (in-person and virtually).
Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
Working knowledge of the litigation process including the identification of pleadings.
Ability to grasp concepts and understand the litigation process required.
Ability to read a legal document and surmise if a future deadline is evident.
Ability to identify jurisdictions, courts and judges and apply specific court rules to events.
Ability to prioritize work and calculate deadlines.
Ability to manage multiple tasks with effective organizational skills.
Ability to work on complex requests in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment.
Proven problem solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
Unquestioned integrity and professionalism.
Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Word, Outlook, Teams).
Proficient in web-based conference call/web-sharing applications.
General Expectations
Promote positive work habits, including effective and timely communication, teamwork, and demonstrating respect for colleagues.
Contribute to providing the highest quality of service to internal and external clients.
Take appropriate initiative and ownership of job responsibilities while ensuring the assignments/job duties are performed successfully and on time.
Understand and abide by firm policies and embrace firm values.
Ability to maintain regular attendance and work regularly scheduled hours.
Ability to sit for long periods of time, type, and handle light lifting (files, copy paper, etc.) in a professional office environment.
Comply with safe work practices including compliance with the firm’s COVID-19 policies and safety measures.
Compensation
The salary range for this role is $60,000 – $80,000. Actual salaries will depend on a candidate’s geographic location, relevant experience, and skillset. The salary range listed is just one component of Blank Rome’s total compensation package for employees. Other monetary rewards include annual discretionary bonuses based on performance and profit-sharing contributions based on eligibility and firm profitability.
In addition, Blank Rome provides a comprehensive suite of benefits to promote health and financial security, including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as life, accident, and disability insurance plans. The firm also provides the opportunity to participate in 401(k) retirement benefits, commuter benefits, and well-being programs.
EEO Statement
Blank Rome is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, marital or family status, or any other status protected by law.
Our core values of respect for the individual, the community, and the law are clearly demonstrated in our ability to recruit and develop a diverse group of exceptionally talented attorneys and professional staff who enable us to best serve our clients and our communities.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Work Location: Remote
Title: Head of Legal
Company: Etched
Location: United States
