Senior Docket Clerk

We invite you to review our current business services professionals openings to learn about the opportunities available across the firm. About Us Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP has forged a reputation as one of the most prestigious law firms in the world. Relying on innovation, intellect, teamwork and tenacity, our lawyers deliver the highest quality advice and novel solutions to our clients’ legal issues. We are known for handling the most complex transactions, litigation/controversy issues, and regulatory matters, as well as for the strong partnerships we build with clients and each other. Our attorneys, who reflect a broad range of experiences and perspectives, work together seamlessly across 50-plus practices and 21 offices in the world’s major financial centers. The Opportunity We are seeking a Senior Docket Clerk to join our Washington, D.C. office. The Senior Docket Clerk assists with maintaining the litigation calendar for the Washington, D.C. office Managing Law Clerks ("MLC") department, processes complex filings in various state and federal courts and agencies. The Senior Docket Clerk also provides strategic calendar guidance, answers procedural questions, and conducts docket research, using advanced online litigation software tools. Please note that the Firm will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position. Dockets and calendars deadlines through the Firm's calendar software, Milana. Utilizes various software systems and internal Firm reports to onboard new client-matters. Collaborates with the Managing Clerk to standardize calendaring procedures and streamline department workflow processes. Prepares and issues calendar software reports. Conducts comprehensive reviews of daily and weekly litigation calendars, utilizing automated checks and reports to rectify any discrepancies. Reviews documents for rule compliance prior to service and filing. Processes complex filings in various jurisdictions. Proactively provides litigation support services by utilizing content compiled in the Managing Law Clerks Database. These services include sending litigators deadlines, filing requirements, sample precedent and rules at the outset of litigation. Conducts docket research using various vendor platforms to support attorneys with procedural guidance, filings and case strategies. Coordinates brief printing, service of process, and court reporter requests. Provides training and support to junior members of MLC team on calendaring and filing procedures while emphasizing department best practices and procedures. Performs departmental administrative functions, including timely submission of vendor invoices, department file maintenance, and electronic organization of department records. Confirms filings, services of process related documents, and document retrieval requests are placed in the department database, ensuring retention of department analytics. Utilizes vendor PacerPro to onboard any new federal court action(s) where a