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Managing Attorney or Managing Clerk - DC
Gibson Dunn & Crutcher Llp · 🇺🇸 Washington, D.C.
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 roles16 certified filings for “Associate Attorney” (Lawyers) in NY: $260k–$450k, median $310k. Most were filed at wage level I (50%) — 1 lottery entry, ≈15% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. 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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Sponsor Radar — Gibson Dunn & Crutcher Llp
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 Washington D.C., the Managing Attorney or Managing Clerk works closely with the Director of Managing Attorney’s Offices to develop and implement best practices for electronic filing and docketing within the firm’s D.C. office. This role reports to the Director of Managing Attorney’s Offices. Responsibilities include: • Review for accuracy, as to form and procedural compliance, all court documents served and/or filed through the Managing Attorney’s Office-D.C. • Conduct legal research to advise litigators on various procedural matters and to ensure compliance with court rules. • Provide procedural guidance to attorneys regarding motion practice, policies, and procedures in Washington, D.C. state and federal courts, as well as surrounding areas. • Assist with issues relating to service of process including engaging and coordinating with process servers. • Monitor new cases and rule changes to keep attorneys informed of recent developments under D.C. state rules, FRCP, and FRAP. • Assist with and handle electronic case filings via CM/ECF and state court systems, as well as coordinate hard copy filings and document retrieval as needed. • Retrieve and analyze information from court-related databases, websites, and relevant docketing and calendaring applications including, but not limited to, PACER, Bloomberg Law, CourtAlert and Westlaw. • Screen and review incoming court documents and correspondence to calculate and calendar relevant deadlines using the firm’s docketing system (CourtAlert). • Perform quality control reviews of docket and calendar entries to ensure accuracy and consistency. • Ensure timely notification to attorneys of filing deadlines, court appearances, and other critical dates • Collect, maintain, and update attorney information, including bar admissions and e-filing credentials. • Assist with department projects and initiatives as needed Qualifications: • Experience in a Managing Attorney's Office, Managing Clerk's Office, docketing department, or comparable litigation support function at a large law firm is strongly preferred. Supervisory or lead experience is a plus. • 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. • Strong knowledge of Washington, D.C. federal and state court systems, electronic filing procedures, and applicable court rules. • Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines, manage multiple priorities, and adapt to shifting demands. • Exceptional attention to detail, follow-through, and commitment to high-quality work. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, professional environment. Experience: Managing Attorney: • J.D. and admission to the Washington, D.C. Bar required. • Minimum of five years of experience in a Managing Attorney's Office at a large law firm. Managing Clerk: • Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience preferred. • J.D. not required. • Five or more years of experience in a Managing Attorney's Office, Managing Clerk's Office, docketing department, litigation support, or similar legal operations function at a large law firm. Gibson Dunn will consider for employment qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of local law. Compens