Case Clerk

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New York, NY 101660136, USA

Description

Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP, an international law firm, is recruiting Case Clerk to join its thriving and growing Real Estate practice group in its New York office. This position assists lawyers and non-attorney timekeepers with routine document organization, preparation and review in connection with complex real estate transactions, including mortgage and mezzanine financings, acquisitions and dispositions.

RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES

Organizes, maintains and retrieves document files including, but not limited to, correspondence, court papers, corporate documents, legislative materials, case records, transactional documents, governmental filing documents, administrative forms and materials produced in the discovery process.

Drafts routine documents for attorney or senior paralegal’s review. Assists with compilation of materials in preparation for real estate transactions. Assists with real estate closings, including preparation of closing binders.

Files and/or e-files documents with various governmental or other entities, as requested. Adheres to firm's e-discovery guidelines and protocols.

Performs rudimentary research and routine legal research; utilizes LEXIS, Westlaw, WestKM and other computer- research databases. Utilizes Microsoft programs and firm-supported technological tools.

Utilizes computer databases to input, scan, profile, retrieve, organize, index and maintain various materials. Assists with duties such as copying, collating, and organizing materials as needed.

Performs special projects as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High school degree or equivalent required. College degree preferred.

Experience: Prior case clerk or similar experience helpful, particularly if in a legal environment.

Other qualifications: Compliance with Firm in-office policy required. Accurate typing, word processing skills and ability to pay strict attention to detail. Spelling, punctuation and use of grammar must be of high quality. Must have strong organizational skills, exercise attention to detail and exhibit exceptional verbal communication and listening skills. Ability to work well under pressure, patience, diplomacy, high stress tolerance, excellent interpersonal communication skills, ability to prioritize workload and adapt to changing conditions. Visual acuity needed for transcription, extensive reading and moderate or advanced keyboard usage. Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Ability to receive and convey detailed information through both written and oral communications. Ability to lift, carry, reach, stoop or bend, at times repetitively, for tasks involving filing or movement of files/supplies weighing up to 5-10 pounds. Essential competency processes include language ability, reasoning and memory. Ability to maintain flexibility regarding work assignments to work overtime on short notice required. Ability to work in a cooperative manner as a member of a team. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent must possess the abilities or aptitudes to proficiently perform each of the responsibilities and accountabilities described above, with or without reasonable accommodation.

The expected salary range for New York City based employees is $66,000 to $73,000, though salaries for employees based outside of New York City may differ. Beyond an employment candidate's physical location, salary offers may be based on a number of factors, including but not limited to, education, training, and/or experience.

In addition to providing competitive compensation in the form of salaries and bonuses, Hunton Andrews Kurth offers a range of benefits and wellness options based on experience, performance, and location that compare favorably to market standards in every region and across the legal industry.

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