Temporary Managing Clerk

Davis Wright Tremaine
$71.73 to $78.57
dental insurance, sick time, remote work
United States, New York, New York
1251 6th Avenue (Show on map)
Jun 07, 2025
Description Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is looking for a Temporary Managing Clerk to join our team in our New York office. This is a temporary position lasting six months, with potential to convert to a full-time opportunity for the right candidate. We offer a hybrid work engagement with two days o f remote work, and three days in-office. This position is responsible for providing a comprehensive range of support to attorneys on litigation matters, including managing the dock et clerk function and providing substantive procedural guidance to other attorneys in the firm. Supervise the Managing Clerk's Office staff, who are responsible for court filings and coordination of all calendar and critical dates on the New York Litigation Docket . At Davis Wright Tremaine, you will find challenging assignments, opportunities for professional growth and community involvement, and a culture of inclusion. DWT fosters inclusiveness and authenticity. Regardless of position, everyone here has a voice and the support is unparalleled. On a typical day you will: Manage daily operations of the Managing Clerk's Office Provide substantive procedural guidance and advise attorneys with regard to litigation procedures in compliance with State and Federal rules Provide guidance and support to Assistant Managing Clerk Provide daily supervision to the Managing Clerk's office staff functions, ensuring coordination of all State and Federal electronic or hard copy Court filings and critical dates on the NY Litigation Docket: mentor/coach reports as needed to improve performance and maintain service levels; check for accuracy and approve timesheets Oversee and maintain quality control of a comprehensive case calendar, using information provided by attorneys and consulting applicable court rules to calculate deadlines for filing and service; work with docketing personnel to ensure that calendar systems contain accurate and current information Coordinate with vendors regarding document retrieval, transcript requests, filings and service Process time and expenses regarding travel and Court expenditures Work with litigation support in retaining vendors, as needed, for all aspects of document production and review; conduct quality control assessment of work performed by vendors Assist with review of documents for responsiveness and privilege; draft privilege logs Perform complex database searches to locate and retrieve selected documents Perform paralegal tasks and duties as needed on an ad-hoc basis Accurately and completely record billable time spent and tasks performed in accordance with firm policy and client-imposed billing protocols; enter and release time promptly in compliance with the firm's announced deadlines Accurately and promptly submit records of hours worked in compliance with the firm's established deadlines Accept and perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned Maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality. Adhere to schedule by being timely on breaks, lunches and meetings Join us if you have: 5+ years of experience as an Assistant Managing Clerk or Docket Specialist experience in a Managing Attorney or in a Managing Clerk office, or equivalent experience dealing directly with the courts, is required; civil litigation legal assistant/paralegal or experience is a plus Bachelor's degree and completion of paralegal program of study, or clear demonstration of equivalent knowledge and skill Knowledge of civil procedures; court procedures and rules of all local courts including but not limited to all local courts (or we could list them SDNY, EDNY, DNJ, Second Circuit Court of Appeals, Third Circuit Court of Appeals, Supreme Court of the United States, New York County Civil Court, New York County Supreme Court, Queens County Supreme Court, Kings County Supreme Court, Bronx County Supreme Court, Richmond County Supreme Court, Appellate Division First Department, Appellate Division Second Department, New York State Court of Appeals Database knowledge of databases; Pacer; Lexis/Nexis; Westlaw; Compulaw, ProLaw, CourtAlert; MA3000; MSWord; Excel; PowerPoint Experience with complex commercial litigation Willingness to adapt to and learn new technology, software programs, and upgrades Excellent grammar, proofreading and superior organizational skills Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with clients, attorneys, and staff members and other business contacts Ability to communicate and handle stressful situations in a professional, calm, courteous manner Highly developed skills in time and task management Highly developed attention to detail in striving for perfection in the firm's work product and client service Post-college level writing and oral communication skills Advanced proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office computerized business applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook) for the creation and editing of complex documents, spreadsheets, and electronic mail Proficiency in the use of computerized legal research and document retention databases for performance of fact and legal research and effective management of complex evidence and case files Who We Are Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is an AmLaw 100 law firm with 11 offices nationwide. We are relentlessly committed to client service and look for candidates who share that commitment. At DWT, client service means having empathy for each client's and each lawyer's work and personal pressures, business objectives, and legal needs; anticipating their needs; and having the capabilities and commitment to deliver what matters most to them. Additional benefits include: First Stop Health Telemedicine: Speak with a licensed physician or mental health counselor 24/7, consultations covered by the firm TELUS Health Employee Assistance Program: Receive support with mental, financial, physical, and emotional wellbeing Voluntary Pet Insurance Milk Stork: Virtual lactation consulting, breast milk shipping and nutritional testing covered by the firm Wellness Benefits: Peloton App Headspace App New York The hourly range for this position in New York City is $71.73 to $78.57. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. Paid sick leave is accrued on a biweekly basis at a rate of 1 hour per 30 hours worked. Temporary employees working at least 30 hours per week may be eligible for health insurance with an optional HSA, dental insurance, vision care, telemedicine and virtual short term solution based counseling services, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, sick time, and an employee assistance program. Davis Wright Tremaine LLP fosters a culture where all talented individuals-including those who are traditionally underrepresented in the legal profession-can have, and can see, paths to success.Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion sits on four pillars: Community, Growth, Education, and Engagement.Learn more about the firm's commitment to DEI here: *www.dwt.com/dei* . Davis Wright Tremaine provides reasonable accommodations for those who need them to complete the application or recruiting process and for employees who need reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of their positions due to a disability or for religious reasons. If you need to request accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please email *[emailprotected]* . #LI-RK1