A large New York personal injury law firm is seeking an experienced Calendar Clerk to manage and coordinate the firm’s daily court calendar and litigation scheduling.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain and manage daily court appearances, conferences, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trial schedules
- Calendar all deadlines pursuant to court orders and CPLR requirements.
- Monitor eCourts, NYSCEF, and court notifications for updates and scheduling changes
- Track adjournments, motion return dates, compliance conferences, and discovery deadlines
- Communicate calendar updates promptly to attorneys and staff
- Assist with maintaining organized litigation workflow and deadline compliance across active caseloads
Qualifications:
Prior experience as a calendar clerk is required
Familiarity with NYSCEF, eCourts, Kings/Bronx/Queens/New York/Richmond County procedures, and litigation scheduling practices
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to prioritize and manage high-volume scheduling in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication and follow-up skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and legal case management systems
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