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The law firm of Marshall Dennehey seeks a full time Scheduling Clerk with 1+ years of experience for its Philadelphia office.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintain positive contact with clients, attorneys, and staff and observes confidentiality of client and Firm matters. Scheduling appointments and monitoring attorneys calendars in MS Outlook.
- Record and enter motions, orders, depositions and court dates in MS Outlook.
- Engagement with opposing parties and court personnel.
- Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines.
- Exceptional telephone etiquette.
- Strong working knowledge of E-Courts, Microsoft Outlook, New York Unified Court System for Court Calendaring purposes.
- Communicating with covering attorneys.
- Monitoring cases for Court appearances including conferences, motion return dates, etc.
- Coordinating contact daily with attorneys and staff for calendar related issues.
- Follow for changes in local Court rules and individual judge rules.
- Able to perform under pressure.
- Calendar Clerk experience.
- Familiar with legal terminology and documents including, but not limited to: bill of particulars, discovery motions and responses to discovery demands.
- Must be able to support a team of attorneys for various legal arenas such as Casualty, Professional Liability, Workers' Comp, Labor Law, etc.
- Have extraordinary interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Be able to efficiently multitask and prioritize work and complete in a timely manner.
- Have knowledge of electronic filing requirements in State and Federal Courts.
- Hearing letters for WC.
- MRM Gatekeeper.
- Confirm Attorney Calendars.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- Required to maintain an acceptable and appropriate attendance record.
- Regular in office attendance.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
- Must have complete understanding of State and/or Federal court rules and procedures.
- Ability to efficiently manage multiple priorities.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Must have positive attitude and demeanor.
- Excellent phone etiquette a must.
- Must be able to utilize telephone system on relief coverage basis.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Spelling must be accurate in order to file documents properly.
- Ability to assemble files and to file documentation in chronological order utilizing alphabetical and numerical filing guidelines.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks.
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
- Able to work on a team.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Outlook.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- High school diploma or its equivalent.
Firm offers a sound future, competitive salary, and an excellent benefits package.
Qualified candidates should submit cover letter and resume for consideration.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer AA/M/F/D/V.
