Court & Calendar Researcher

Paul Hastings is a leading international law firm that provides innovative legal solutions to many of the world's top financial institutions and Fortune Global 500 companies. With a strong presence throughout the U.S., Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East, we have the global reach and extensive capabilities to provide personalized service wherever our clients' needs take us. As one of the world's leading law firms, we seek dynamic individuals who share our commitment to service, innovation, and professional growth.

We have an opening for a Court & Calendar Researcher.

In this capacity, the Court & Calendar Researcher will:

• Maintain the Firm, team, and attorney calendars with accuracy and promptness;
• Research all court rules/regulations to ensure the accurate and efficient calendaring of the Firm's cases;
• Calculate calendar and deadlines utilizing the legal calendar systems;
• Respond to requests from attorneys, paralegals and secretaries regarding case, court, filing, calendar and system information;
• User administrative maintenance in connection with various electronic filing and service providers;
• Act as a liaison between Court and Calendar Resources team and other departments;
• Work overtime as required; and
• Handle additional related projects as assigned.

Proficiencies:

• Advanced proficiency in legal calendar systems (i.e. CompuLaw, PATTSY), court record systems (PACER), and conflicts and records systems (as applicable);
• Advanced knowledge of Federal and State Rules of Civil Procedure, Federal and State Rules of Court, U.S. Bankruptcy Code and bankruptcy rules, and Court Form Application (as applicable);
• Advanced knowledge of U.S. Patent & Trademark rules/procedures (as applicable);
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite;
• Familiarity with legal terminology and variety of citation and brief formats used in legal work
• Desire to continuously learn and educate others;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Excellent organizational skills; and
• Continuous improvement and creativity mindset.

Qualifications:

• Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent professional experience (required); and
• A minimum two (2) years of relevant work experience in a law firm or legal department of a large corporation (required).

Employees will be provided with an excellent career opportunity in a collaborative environment, in addition to a generous total compensation package with the opportunity to earn bonuses based on individual contribution and firm profitability.

Eligible employees can participate in the Firm's comprehensive benefits program, which include the following:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Long Term Care, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
• Healthcare Concierge and Advocacy
• Lifestyle Spending Account
• Voluntary 401(k) Plan and Profit Sharing
• 10 Paid Holidays per year and a generous PTO Program
• Family Support including Paid Parental Leave, Fertility Benefits, Breast Milk Shipping, Back-up Child Care, Elder Care, and Tutoring
• Wellbeing programs (Employee Assistance Program, Relationship Support, Mental Health and Well-Being Events)
• Retirement Plan Consulting
• Anniversary Bonus Program
• Professional Development Programs
• Transportation and Commuter Benefits
• International Travel Insurance
• Auto/Home/Pet Insurance
• Prepaid Legal Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• And More!

The Firm has a range of inclusion initiatives including our Paul Hastings Affinity Networks (PHANs), Women's Initiative, and PH Balanced. These initiatives, which are voluntary and open to all, provide a firmwide forum to share experiences, as well as an opportunity to participate in a supportive network with common interests.

Paul Hastings is an equal opportunity employer.