Litigation E-filing Specialist

LHH is seeking a Litigation E-filing Specialist for their Los Angeles or Orange County office! This is a permanent opportunity.

Responsibilities:

• Provide support to litigation attorneys, including research, retrieval of documents and service of process;
• Perform electronic court filings for state, federal district and appellate courts;
• Screen and review incoming and outgoing court documents and ensure compliance with court rules and procedures;
• Track critical dates and related details and communicate information with attorneys, paralegals and/or staff, as necessary;
• Search cases using software and internet resources as necessary;
• Assist with other administrative projects or provide other general back-up support as necessary;
• Review court filings and enter calendar deadlines in centralized docketing software such as CourtAlert (preferred but not necessary).

Qualifications:

• An understanding of court docketing and calendaring procedures and familiarity with court filings and general rules of court for processing pleadings.
• E-Filing Specialist must have experience e-filing on BOTH State and Federal Levels
• Excellent organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and experience with rules-based calendaring software (e.g. CourtAlert, CompuLaw, MA3000, et al.) desirable.
• Experience with federal, state and local court systems, including electronic filing systems (i.e. NexGen, PACER, et al.).
• General level of knowledge of court rules and procedures in California state and federal courts.
• Must be a self-starter, highly organized and a team player.
• Must be flexible in order to respond quickly and positively to shifting demands and able to work under tight deadlines.
• Able to plan, organize and complete multiple related activities.
• Must deliver high quality work product and have the ability to follow up and follow through.
• Must possess the ability to work independently, as well as on a team, in a fast-paced environment.
• Minimum of three (3) years of prior experience in litigation docketing desired.
• Experience working in a large law firm highly desired.

Salary:

$80-$100k annually