Our non-attorney professional team is crucial to the success of our firm. The paralegal and finance teams support both our attorneys and clients through successful resolution of cases. Team members are motivated to work independently while maintaining respectful and efficient collaboration with colleagues.
Paralegal / Calendar Clerk
The position requires strong knowledge of legal docket calendaring and the ability to interpret civil rules of procedure in NY State (NJ/PA a plus). Candidates must be professional and have excellent communication skills.
Candidates with experience are encouraged to apply to careers@sheeleyllp.com. Core duties and responsibilities include:
Manage Court Calendar (Conferences, Motions, EBTs) for 30 attorneys
Schedule and confirm EBTs pursuant to litigation guidelines
Prepare weekly firm-wide calendar
Schedule and facilitate weekly firm-wide calendar meeting
Engage with opposing parties and court personnel
Source and verify case information
Enter appointments and data into the calendar software with speed and accuracy
Reserve court reporters, interpreters, and conference rooms
Monitor busy email inbox for calendar appointments and modifications
Monitor email inbox for internal personnel calendar requests
Schedule personnel/new-hire interviews as necessary
Be able to efficiently multitask and prioritize work quickly
Remain organized and acutely focused on details
Qualifications:
Minimum 3 years of experience in a comparable position in a law firm is required.
Proficiency in Outlook, Word and Excel, as well as eLaw, eCourts, NYSCEF.
Strong working knowledge of NJ eCourts, or willingness to learn.
Dependability and punctuality from a hard-working team player with a positive attitude
"A firm doesn’t succeed solely because of the name on the door, but also because of the staff behind that door. The lawyers at Sheeley value the contributions of the staff. Whether a partner or paralegal, at Sheeley we strive to help each other succeed because we know when we succeed our clients win."
