Managing Attorney

Responsibilities

• Review all court documents served or filed through the D.C. Managing Attorney’s Office for accuracy, form, 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 D.C. state and federal courts
• Assist with service of process issues, including coordinating with process servers
• Monitor new cases and rule changes under D.C. state rules, FRCP, and FRAP to keep attorneys informed
• Handle electronic case filings via CM/ECF and state court systems, and coordinate hard copy filings
• Retrieve and analyze information from court databases and applications such as PACER, Bloomberg Law, CourtAlert, 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 regarding filing deadlines and court appearances
• Maintain and update attorney information, including bar admissions and e-filing credentials

Requirements

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to interact effectively with attorneys, court personnel, and administrative staff
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and a collaborative team player
• Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities

Benefits

• Health care
• Retirement benefits
• Paid days off, including sick time and vacation time
• Parental leave
• 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.