Managing Attorney

Responsibilities

• Review all court documents served or filed through the D.C. Managing Attorney’s Office for accuracy and procedural compliance
• Conduct legal research to advise litigators on procedural matters and ensure compliance with court rules
• Provide procedural guidance to attorneys regarding motion practice and policies in Washington, D.C. state and federal courts
• Assist with service of process, including coordinating with process servers
• Monitor new cases and rule changes under D.C. state rules, FRCP, and FRAP
• Handle electronic case filings via CM/ECF and state court systems
• Retrieve and analyze information from court databases including PACER, Bloomberg Law, and Westlaw
• Screen incoming court documents to calculate and calendar deadlines using the firm’s docketing system
• Perform quality control reviews of docket and calendar entries to ensure accuracy
• Ensure timely notification to attorneys of filing deadlines and court appearances

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Admission to the Washington D.C. Bar is required
• Minimum of five years’ experience in a Managing Attorney’s Office at a large law firm
• Comprehensive knowledge of Washington, D.C. federal and state court systems, including rules and procedures

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supervising staff within a Managing Attorney’s Office at a large law firm
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

Benefits

• Annual compensation range of $265K–$325K
• Health care and retirement benefits
• Paid days off, including sick time and vacation time
• Parental leave and basic life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Discretionary, performance-based bonuses

About the Company

Gibson Dunn is a leading global law firm, advising clients on significant transactions and disputes. Our exceptional teams craft and deploy creative legal strategies that are meticulously tailored to every matter, however complex or high-stakes.