Calendar Clerk

Kennedys, a global law firm, is seeking an experienced Calendar Clerk to support our fast-paced, growing firm.

This is a full time, hybrid role based out of our Berkeley Heights, NJ office.

Job Requirements

• Manage and review court notices and enter schedules or deadlines into the calendar
• Proficiency in tracking court dates using, New Jersey e-Courts, e-Law, 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 calendar-related matters
• Familiarity with legal terminology, court procedures, and litigation processes
• Enter matter data in docketing software database
  
  
  

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes

• 3 to 5 years' 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 problem-solving 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
  
  
  

The annualized salary range for this role is $63,000-$70,000. However, this is contingent upon level of experience, location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Please let us know if you require any additional support or adjustments to be made in order to submit your application to Kennedys.