The Assistant Managing Clerk is responsible for assisting the Managing Attorney and Managing Clerk in rendering substantive procedural guidance to attorneys and staff at the Firm. This role helps ensure compliance with court rules and maintains accurate tracking of litigation deadlines. The Assistant Managing Clerk plays a key role in monitoring court activity, supporting docketing operations, and helping lead the firm’s docketing team.
Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities
Assist with review, preparation, and electronic filing in federal, state, appellate, and bankruptcy courts
Review and analyze court documents for all deadlines applicable, while providing guidance to legal staff and attorneys on court rules and litigation procedures
Collaborate, manage, and oversee quality control and work product of other staff members and provide guidance where necessary to support efficiency and reduce redundancies, and maintain consistency in docketing and calendaring practices
Liaise with court personnel and external vendors and coordinate service, including subpoenas and notices
Selectively bill time as authorized by the partners
Draft legal procedural documents to review by attorneys
Work with Managing Clerk and Managing Attorney to keep staff up to date on changes in procedures in federal and state courts and distribute information and assist with training of personnel
Assist with supervision of MCO staff alongside the Managing Clerk and Managing Attorney
Perform other duties as assigned
Education
Bachelor’s degree required
Preferred
JD or some law school coursework preferred
Skills and Experience
Superior knowledge of New York, California, and federal rules of civil procedure
6 or more years of relevant experience required
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with attorneys and staff regarding complex legal procedures
Ability to manage multiple/simultaneous requests, assign priorities and achieve solutions within certain deadlines
Ability to effectively share knowledge and resources with appropriate parties, both internally and externally
Strong problem solving and analytical skills to make sound decisions, escalating as appropriate
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, as well as attention to detail
Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a demanding environment
Proven ability to exercise initiative and sound independent judgment
Preferred
Strong Electronic Filing experience on various state and federal platforms
strong understanding of procedural research and litigation procedures
Salary Information
CA Only: The estimated base salary range for this position is $100,000 to $120,000 at the time of posting.
The actual salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. This role is non-exempt meaning it is overtime pay eligible.
Simpson Thacher will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
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