Assistant Managing Attorney (3+ yrs) – San Francisco
Firm Description:
Our client is a globally renowned law firm with a legacy of excellence and innovation in the legal profession. Headquartered in New York City with offices across major financial centers including London, Brussels, and Washington, D.C., the firm operates as a single, integrated global partnership. Known for its elite practice in corporate transactions, international arbitration, antitrust, and regulatory matters, they advise many of the world’s leading corporations, financial institutions, and sovereign governments. The firm fosters a culture of intellectual rigor, diversity, and collaboration, offering attorneys the opportunity to work on complex, cross-border matters that shape global markets and policy.
Position Description:
California Assistant Managing Attorney
Our client, a premier international law firm, is seeking a California Assistant Managing Attorney to join its Bay Area Managing Attorney’s Office. This is an outstanding opportunity for an attorney or legal operations professional with extensive litigation support, docketing, court procedures, and managing attorney experience to play a critical role supporting complex litigation and antitrust matters.
The successful candidate will oversee litigation support functions for the Bay Area offices, provide guidance on court procedures and filing requirements, supervise docketing operations, and serve as a key resource for attorneys handling sophisticated federal and state court matters.
Responsibilities
Litigation Support & Court Operations
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Bay Area Managing Attorney’s Office
- Supervise managing attorney staff and coordinate workflow across litigation support functions
- Manage and oversee court docketing and calendaring systems for litigation matters
- Monitor litigation deadlines, hearings, filings, and court schedules
- Coordinate and supervise the filing and service of litigation documents in federal and state courts
- Research and retrieve court filings, dockets, and public records
Court Rules & Procedural Guidance
- Advise attorneys regarding:
- Federal court procedures
- California state court procedures
- Local court filing requirements
- Litigation deadlines and compliance obligations
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- Review draft litigation filings to ensure procedural compliance
- Monitor developments in court rules and filing procedures
- Provide training and guidance regarding procedural requirements and best practices
Court & Agency Liaison
- Serve as a liaison between attorneys and court personnel
- Assist with attorney admissions to federal and state courts
- Coordinate communications regarding filing issues, procedural matters, and court requirements
Docketing & Case Management
- Oversee litigation docketing and calendaring processes
- Ensure deadlines are accurately tracked and communicated
- Support attorneys and litigation teams throughout all phases of case management
- Assist with complex procedural and administrative litigation issues
Qualifications
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Active membership in good standing with the California Bar
- At least 3 years of litigation experience as a practicing attorney, or
- At least 5 years of experience in a Managing Attorney's Office, Managing Clerk's Office, or comparable legal operations role
- Prior supervisory or management experience
- Strong knowledge of:
- Federal court procedures
- California state court procedures
- Local court rules and practices
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- Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities
- Ability to work collaboratively with attorneys, court personnel, and legal support teams
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience in a federal or California state court clerk's office
- Experience supporting complex commercial, antitrust, or litigation practices
- Admission to federal courts in California
- Experience supervising litigation support personnel
Technical Skills
Experience with:
- PACER
- CM/ECF
- California state court electronic filing systems
- Lexis CourtLink
- Bloomberg Law
- Court docketing and calendaring platforms
- Litigation support and case management systems
Why This Opportunity
Our client offers a unique opportunity to serve as a strategic resource supporting sophisticated litigation matters within a globally recognized law firm. Benefits include:
- Significant leadership and management responsibility
- Direct collaboration with leading litigators and antitrust attorneys
- Exposure to complex, high-profile litigation matters
- A collaborative and team-oriented culture
- Professional development and advancement opportunities
- Long-term career growth within a premier legal platform
Compensation & Benefits
- Base Salary: $200,000 – $230,000 annually
- Compensation based on experience, qualifications, and overall fit
Benefits may include:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement and savings programs
- Life and disability insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional development opportunities
- Additional wellness and employee support programs
Location
- Bay Area, California
Application Requirements
Interested candidates should submit:
- Resume
- Additional supporting materials as requested during the hiring process
Meet Your Recruiter
Samir Metovic
Director of Legal Recruiting
