Assistant Managing Attorney

Herrick, Feinstein LLP, a dynamic mid-sized law firm with offices in New York City and Newark, New Jersey, is seeking an Assistant Managing Attorney to join the Firm?s fast-paced Managing Attorney?s team in New York. Candidates must possess the knowledge and skills listed below and be able to adhere to Firm policies regarding the protection of confidential data. The ideal candidate also thrives in a collaborative environment where attorneys and staff work together to move the firm forward. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Review documents for conformity to court rules. Work with attorneys and staff in all departments and offices to impart expert procedural advice and coordinate court-related services. Draft, review and revise simple litigation documents for review by attorneys, such as Notices of Entry, Notices of Motion, Notices of Appeal, Notices of Appearance, Stipulations, and the like. Conduct procedural research in all jurisdictions. Perform electronic filing using state and federal electronic filing systems and update attorneys and staff on current electronic filing guidelines. Selectively bill time for substantive legal drafting and research as directed by billing partners. Prepare and distribute firmwide calendars and reminders, ensuring accuracy and consistency of the calendar entries. Confer and negotiate with outside attorney services regarding court retrieval and service of papers. Apply developing knowledge of Federal, New York and New Jersey State Court systems, in-house case management systems, and electronic filing systems. Remain current in trends in the legal profession. Assist with projects assigned by the General Counsel?s office. Participate in projects that increase value to clients, attorneys, timekeepers, and the Firm. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED Admission to New York and New Jersey state bars. Knowledge of New York, New Jersey and Federal Court rules and procedures (expertise with New Jersey practice preferred). Communicate effectively, written and orally, with attorneys, staff and court personnel. Process electronic filing in various courts and docketing deadlines. Perform legal research utilizing PACER, Bloomberg Law, Westlaw, NYSCEF, NJ eCourts, and other databases. Draft and review basic litigation documents. Travel to court occasionally to handle filings, retrievals and calendar appearances. Prior managing attorney department preferred; experience as a court clerk/law clerk a plus. SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday HOURS: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM, and as needed The range of base salary* the Firm reasonably expects to pay for this role is $140,000-$160,000. The actual base salary within the above range will depend on number of years out of law school, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law. Please click here to submit an application. *This range does not include other forms of compensation or benefits that may be offered in connection with the job. Herrick, Feinstein is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, military/veteran status, disability, pre-disposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status, criminal history, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other applicable characteristics protected by federal, state, or local law or regulation. View Less

Practice Areas & Specialty

Litigation