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ARC Docketing & Filing Specialist (Attorney Resource Center)
Lawrenceville, NJ

Law Firm Seeking ARC Docketing & Filing Specialist: Essential Functions, Salary Information, and Qualifications

H1: Join Our Team as an ARC Docketing & Filing Specialist: Salary, Benefits, and Responsibilities

H2: Docketing and Court Filing Support: A Critical Role at Our Law Firm

Are you an experienced legal administrative assistant looking for a new challenge? Look no further! Our law firm, known for its exceptional service to both internal and external clients, is seeking an ARC Docketing & Filing Specialist to join our Attorney Resource Center (ARC) team. In this role, you will provide crucial date management and court filing support to our attorneys firm-wide. If you have a strong attention to detail, exceptional technical skills, and a passion for delivering top-notch service, we want to hear from you!

Salary Information:

- The salary range for this position varies based on location and factors such as experience, education, and licensure/certifications.
- The estimated salary range for our California location is $80,000 - $95,000.
- We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with employer match, and more.

Essential Functions:

- Calendaring/Critical Date Management (Docketing):
- Review and track relevant deadlines for various legal documents.
- Research inquiries from legal and administrative staff regarding deadlines.
- Accurately enter data into the calendaring database according to firm and department standards.
- Perform comprehensive docket review of electronic filing receipts, update system, and distribute to case team members.
- Prioritize and process requests to docket litigation deadlines for clients.
- Maintain case files and adhere to firm policies and procedures.
- Court Filing/Electronic Filing:
- Perform all federal, state, appellate, and administrative electronic filings.
- Research and respond to inquiries regarding court and administrative rules and procedures.
- Review and confirm format, fees, and other logistics for court filings.
- Prioritize and process filing requests from case team members.
- Scan, save, and copy court documents as needed.
- Coordinate with outside vendors for service-of-process and document retrieval from courts.

Qualifications:

- Education:
- Associate's degree preferred.
- Bachelor's degree a plus; relevant work experience may be considered.
- Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years' experience at a law firm or legal/corporate department.
- Previous experience as a paralegal with knowledge of state and federal court filings, drafting pleadings and discovery, and document review.
- Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Advanced-level knowledge of MS Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Familiarity with federal and state court rules and electronic filing processes (e.g. Pacer, File and Serve).
- Proficiency in legal terminology and experience in related practice areas.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to summarize information effectively.
- Adaptability to different practice areas and working styles.
- Proficiency with office equipment and keyboarding (60 wpm).
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Professional demeanor and ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and provide outstanding customer service.

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

- This job operates in a clerical, office setting.
- Sedentary work with occasional walking and standing.
- Requires close visual acuity for tasks such as data analysis and transcribing.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

- Our law firm is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.
- We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.

Disclaimer:

- This job description is not a contract or employment agreement.
- It is intended to describe the general content and requirements of the position, but additional duties may be assigned.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Employment with the firm is at-will, and management reserves the right to review and revise the job description at any time.
- Employees must be able to perform all essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
- If an accommodation request would cause undue hardship or safety concerns, the individual may not be eligible for the position.

Join our team as an ARC Docketing & Filing Specialist and be a part of a dynamic and supportive environment. Apply now and take the next step in your career with us!

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