West Coast Calendar Senior Staff Attorney

$139,000 - $241,000/Yr

Orrick & Company - Los Angeles, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Los Angeles, CA

11-50 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The West Coast Calendar Senior Staff Attorney at Orrick plays a crucial role in advising litigation attorneys and staff on federal and state court procedural issues. This position involves reviewing court filings, verifying procedural deadlines, and acting as a resource for civil procedure and case management across multiple states. The role is hybrid and can be based in any of the firm's California offices.

Responsibilities

• Advises attorneys and staff on matters relating to court procedure and rules.
• Advises attorneys on procedural strategies.
• Answers questions from attorneys and staff regarding court calendaring, civil and criminal procedure and individual judge's rules in state and federal cases.
• Monitors paper and electronic service and filing of all court related documents.
• Assists with and monitors entry of all litigation deadlines into Compulaw, the U.S. calendaring software.
• Reviews court filings for compliance with the applicable rules of procedure.
• Researches court rules, civil procedure, and case histories as needed.
• Prepares correspondence to court personnel and/or outside service(s) as necessary for court filings.
• Acts as a liaison between the attorneys and the courts.
• Assists with applications to various court bar memberships.
• Coordinates payment of filing fees, bar dues and association membership.
• Collaborates with other managers in the Court Services Department and with CaseStream, the Service Center and Research & Information.

Requirements

• JD Degree and active admission to practice law in California.
• Minimum of three years' prior similar related experience.
• Judicial Clerkship or prior Managing Attorney experience is a plus.
• Experience and knowledge of California state and federal court procedure.
• Familiarity with Aderant-Compulaw or compatible calendaring software.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to organize high-volume workload and effectively interact with all levels of personnel.
• Ability to multitask and work under pressure and conflicting circumstances.
• Previous management experience preferred.
• Ability to manage change within a fast-paced, dynamic and progressive organization while maintaining a commitment to the Firm's core values.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a global law firm environment.
• Knowledge of technology and innovation sectors.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurances.
• Robust mental well-being benefits.
• Child, family, elder, and pet care benefits.
• Short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Health savings account (with applicable medical plan).
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Long-term care insurance.
• 401K program.
• Flexible Time Off program.
• Generous Parental leave benefits.
• Paid holidays.