Court Clerk Assistant

Clifford Chance

Jan 15

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Mid & Senior Level
Government & Politics
Legal
London

Requirements

You should have a general knowledge and understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) and various Court Guides as well as their applicability and intricacies.
You should have a knowledge of the CE-File system and its operational requirements. You should know what documents are required to be uploaded onto the system and undertake those filings for the firm, as required during the system's operational availability. This will require you to be "on call" for potential out of hours filings.
You will have experience in a litigation-focused environment, such as private practice, HM Court Services, or Counsel's Chambers.
You will have a solid understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR), court processes, and the CE-File electronic filing system.
You will have exceptional attention to detail, organisational, and drafting skills.
You will have strong analytical abilities and a commercial mindset, with a focus on problem-solving.
You will have a collaborative approach to working with colleagues across diverse teams.
Experience in mentoring or training junior professionals is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Your role will involve assisting and advising lawyers in relation to civil procedure and CE-File electronic filing.
You will assist the Court Service Manager in relation to electronic filings, ensuring that filings are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
You will also be involved in providing assistance to lawyers in relation to questions of civil procedure and the operation of the Courts.
Having a good knowledge of the various paths along which civil litigation can progress and the differing procedural requirements for individual courts.
Assisting and advising lawyers in relation to civil procedure and CE-File electronic filing.
Assisting the Court Service Manager in relation to electronic filings, ensuring that filings are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
Providing assistance to lawyers in relation to questions of civil procedure and the operation of the Courts.
Having a good knowledge of the various paths along which civil litigation can progress and the differing procedural requirements for individual courts.
Keeping up to date with developments affecting civil procedure and the development of procedural law more generally and ensuring that lawyers in the practice are aware of developments.
Acting as a sounding board for, and specialist adviser on, civil litigation procedure, to colleagues and, where appropriate, dealing directly with clients.
Liaising with and assisting colleagues in other practice areas and offices on issues affecting litigation.
Providing internal educational talks and updates.
Preparing materials for, and keeping up to date, certain L&DR internal knowledge resources in relation to civil procedure and associated key topics.
Being responsible for notifying the L&DR London practice area of any planned downtime to the CE-File system and of applicable alternative filing processes which will be in place during such downtimes.

FAQs

What is the role of a Court Clerk Assistant?

The Court Clerk Assistant plays a key role in supporting the London Commercial Litigation Practice and Court Service Manager with civil procedural matters, providing specialized knowledge on civil litigation procedures, electronic filings, and CE-File system operations.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates should have experience in a litigation-focused environment, a solid understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR), knowledge of the CE-File electronic filing system, exceptional attention to detail, strong analytical abilities, and a collaborative approach to working with colleagues.

Is experience in mentoring or training junior professionals required?

Experience in mentoring or training junior professionals is highly desirable but not a strict requirement.

What will my responsibilities include?

Responsibilities include assisting and advising lawyers on civil procedure and CE-File electronic filings, ensuring accurate and timely filings, providing assistance on questions of civil procedure, and keeping up to date with developments affecting civil procedure.

How will the firm support my career development?

The firm offers varied opportunities for growth and development, including formal training, informal coaching, mentoring, skills-based and technical training, and on-the-job learning.

What is the firm's stance on equal opportunities?

Clifford Chance is committed to treating all employees and applicants fairly and equally, regardless of various personal attributes or backgrounds, and aims to deliver equality of opportunity, aspiration, and experience to everyone in the firm.

What is the work environment like?

The work environment is collaborative and team-oriented, emphasizing a diverse and inclusive culture that values every team member's contribution to achieving outstanding client service.

Is there a requirement to be available for out-of-hours filings?

Yes, candidates should be "on call" for potential out-of-hours filings as needed during the CE-File system's operational availability.

Will I work closely with other teams?

Yes, you will work closely with the global commercial litigation teams, practice assistants, paralegals, and other business professional support services.

What is the firm's hybrid working approach?

The role follows a 'balanced' hybrid working approach, with the expectation of working from the office for a minimum of 50% of your time, as long as business needs allow.

Clifford Chance

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