Calendar Clerk - Basking Ridge, United States - Kennedys

Kennedys
Kennedys
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Basking Ridge, United States

2 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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Description

Kennedys, a growing global law firm specializing in insurance coverage/defense law seeks a full-time Calendar Clerk to join our team.

This is a hybrid opportunity based out of our Basking RIdge, NJ office.


Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and review court notices and enter schedules or deadlines into the calendar
  • Proficiency in tracking court dates using, New Jersey eCourts, eLaw, and knowledge of NYCEF useful
  • Heavy communication with the courts and adversaries to confirm appearances
  • Coordinate appearances with attorneys, schedule depositions, meetings and mediations
  • Advanced knowledge of depositions, motions, court and/or judges' rules and how to locate them on court websites
  • Serve as a point of contact for inquiries related to court dates, adjournments, and other calendarrelated matters
  • Familiarity with legal terminology, court procedures, and litigation processes
  • Enter matter data in docketing software database

Required Experience

  • 3 to 5 years of experience
  • Proven experience as a calendar clerk, litigation secretary, or in a similar role within a law firm
  • Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities
  • Excellent client services and problemsolving skills
  • Ability to communicate professionally and concisely
  • Proactive and anticipatory
  • Ability to think clearly and work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
  • Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of staff
  • Proficient in utilizing Microsoft Office Suite
  • Working knowledge of BEC CoreRelate preferred

Benefits:


  • 401(k)
  • 401(k)
matching

  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

  • Please provide your salary expectations.

Ability to Relocate:

  • Basking Ridge, NJ 07920: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location:
In person
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