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Litigation Docket Clerk (Temporary Position)
Gibson Dunn & Crutcher Llp · 🇺🇸 New York City
Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 37 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 2 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Gibson Dunn & Crutcher Llp paid sponsored hires in similar roles5 certified filings for “Law Clerk” (Judicial Law Clerks) in NY: $225k–$225k, median $225k. Most were filed at wage level II (80%) — 2 lottery entries, ≈31% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. The pay stated here ($45) is below what this employer usually pays sponsored hires for this role. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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The US Department of Labor certified 37 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 2 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
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. The firm’s work is distinguished by a unique combination of precision and vision. Based in New York, the Litigation Docket Clerk (Temporary Position) will be responsible for the various daily activities in a Managing Attorney’s Office, including the filing, service and retrieval of court documents; maintaining and updating all related databases; processing incoming court documents, checking dockets for updates, docketing/calendaring and running reports; communicating with court personnel and attorneys regarding proper filing procedures. This role reports to the Managing Attorney - NY. Responsibilities include: • Assist with electronic filing in state and federal courts. • Prepare, review, and process legal documents for filing and service. • Monitor filing deadlines and court notifications. • Provide administrative support to the MAO team. • Communicate with attorneys and legal assistants regarding filing requirements and court procedures. • Obtain court documents, certified copies, and docket information as needed. • Maintain accurate filing records and tracking logs. • Perform docketing tasks as assigned. • Assist with special projects and provide general administrative and backup support as needed. Qualifications: • Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail. • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Strong customer service and professionalism when interacting with attorneys, staff, courts, and vendors. • High level of discretion in handling confidential information. • Ability to learn new software and internal systems quickly. • Ability to work overtime as necessary. Experience: • Prior experience in a law firm, legal support, or court environment preferred. • Experience with state and federal court filings, including NYSCEF and PACER. • Familiarity with litigation support or Managing Attorney's Office functions. • Knowledge of New York court rules and filing procedures. • Experience coordinating with court personnel and service vendors. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and Adobe Acrobat. • Prior docketing experience is preferred but not required. Gibson Dunn will consider for employment qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of local law. Compensation & Benefits: The hourly compensation rate for this position is $45-55/hr. The salary offered will depend upon qualifications and other operational considerations. Benefits offered for this position may include health care and paid sick time. ______ For technical difficulties with our online application, please contact us at staffrecruiting@gibsondunn.com . Our recruiting support team will respond as soon as possible. ______ Gibson Dunn is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities. We strive to ensure an inclusive and accessible hiring experience. The Firm will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable participation in the application and recruitment process, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, participate in an interview, or otherwise take part in the recruitment process, please contact us at recruiting-accommodations@gibsondunn.com . Please note, this is a dedicated email in