Docketing – Court Filing Clerk

Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP

Docketing & Court Filing Clerk managing litigation filings, deadlines, and court procedures. Supporting lawyers and business teams at global law firm Davis Polk.

Posted 8/10/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $70,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in court procedures, federal and state court rules, and electronic filing systems. Proficient in managing deadlines, coordinating with various stakeholders, and maintaining meticulous attention to detail in a fast-paced legal environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Court Procedures KnowledgeElectronic Filing ProficiencyDocketing Software ExperienceDeadline ManagementAnalytical Problem-Solving

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Hard Skills

Court Filings ManagementDeadline CalculationDocument Compliance ReviewPrecedent SearchesLitigation Mail ProcessingPDF HandlingCourt-Compliant Filing FormatsBar Admissions TrackingCase Material CoordinationTask Prioritization

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsAttention to DetailSelf-MotivationFlexibilityCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

CourtAlertCM/ECFNYSCEFACMSDocketing Database

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree

Industry Keywords

Federal Court RulesState Court RulesLitigant AlertsCourt SubmissionsHigh-Demand Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Enter and maintain court filings in the Firm’s docketing database
Calculate and track deadlines according to applicable rules and procedures
Monitor court dockets and activity for important case developments
Review documents for compliance and handle electronic and in-person court submissions
Deliver courtesy copies of filings to judges and court staff
Conduct precedent searches and maintain knowledge of court-compliant filing forms and requirements
Provide guidance on court procedures, local rules, and individual judges’ rules
Monitor the group email inbox and manage incoming assignments
Coordinate with courts, vendors, and internal teams to obtain case materials
Manage litigant alerts to support business development
Maintain and track bar admissions and renewal deadlines
Receive, review, and process incoming litigation-related mail
Assist with projects and additional duties as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ability to manage multiple requests, prioritize tasks, and complete work within deadlines
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-demand environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Meticulous attention to detail and self-motivation
Knowledge of federal and state court rules and procedures
Experience handling large volumes of PDFs and converting them into court-compliant filing formats
Flexibility and adaptability for time-sensitive tasks
Bachelor’s degree required
1 year of experience in a Managing Attorney’s Office
Experience using CourtAlert or comparable docketing software
Proficiency in electronic filing using CM/ECF, NYSCEF, and ACMS

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary
Comprehensive benefits package
Hybrid work arrangement