Litigation Services Manager

Wilson Sonsini is the premier legal advisor to technology, life sciences, and other growth enterprises worldwide. We represent companies at every stage of development, from entrepreneurial start-ups to multibillion-dollar global corporations, as well as the venture firms, private equity firms, and investment banks that finance and advise them. The firm has approximately 1,100 attorneys in 17 offices: 13 in the U.S., two in China, and two in Europe. Our broad spectrum of practices and entrepreneurial spirit allow exceptional opportunities for professional achievement and career growth. The firm is seeking a Litigation Services Manager to oversee our litigation department's operations related to the firmwide, national docketing function, calendaring, and e-discovery resources. Specifically, the Manager will actively supervise and coordinate these departments, maintaining a strong understanding of their functions to promote efficient and effective operations. The Manager will manage a core team of docketing professionals who handle docketing work directly and support the docketing activities of distributed litigation teams. This role will also lead the continuing rollout and adoption of centralized docketing processes firmwide, including reviewing and advising on software recommendations. Additionally, the Manager will oversee the e-discovery resources within the firm, with a focus on further development. This position is available as a hybrid work schedule.

Primary Responsibilities:

Knowledge management Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure as well as state and local rules of the courts for the firm's most frequent practice. Research and locate current rules pertaining to other jurisdictions on an as needed basis. Supervise maintenance of knowledge base of e-filing requirements and procedures for all courts where attorneys request e-filing assistance. Participate in professional organizations related to relevant rule changes. Supervise a core docketing and e-discovery team staff Directly supervise and manage legal support staff in the docketing and e-discovery functions. Responsibilities include interviewing; training; monitoring and approving overtime; directing work; budgeting; employee evaluations; resolving problems; and making recommendations for hiring, promotion, compensation, and bonus. Maintain docketing service levels Ensure consistent and timely execution of docketing procedures and that docket system reminders are set and reported. Perform on-going review of the automated software rule sets to ensure they reflect accurate date calculations so filing deadlines and critical dates are not missed. Maintain quality control procedures Recommend changes to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the docketing function. Ensure the proper maintenance and integrity of the docketing database. Monitor information entered in the firm's docketing systems for accuracy. Participate in the testing of docketing system and e-discovery improvements, enhancements, new applications, and selection of future calendaring technologies. Maintain and further develop e-discovery resources Assess existing resources and recommend changes to improve efficiency and utility of e-discovery resources. Advising litigation teams Assist and advise attorneys and staff with litigation support services procedural issues and questions. Budget and billings Approve client chargebacks for case filings, photocopies, or other court related fees, including sign-off and coding of invoices and reimbursement requests. Business acumen Maintain a direct line of communication with the litigation department leader on all substantive issues. Attend departmental meetings to obtain a full-range knowledge of the operation of the firm.

Qualifications and Skills:

JD, Master's, Bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience. 5+ years of relevant experience in litigation support. Managerial experience in the docket or e-discovery department of a large law firm is a plus. Strong knowledge of federal, state and local court rules. Expertise in Case Management/Electronic Case Filing (CM/ECF) procedures and docketing/calendaring procedures. Proficiency in docket databases (i.e. ALN/eDockets, CompuLaw, CPI), MS Office suite, and PACER. Strong communication skills and ability to interpret and analyze complex source data and prepare well-executed correspondence, training materials, and documentation. The primary location for this job posting is in Palo Alto, but other locations may be listed. The actual base pay offered will depend upon a variety of factors, including but not limited to the selected candidate's qualifications, years of relevant experience, level of education, professional certifications and licenses, and work location. The anticipated pay range for this position is as follows:

Palo Alto, San Francisco:

$131,750 - $178,250 per year.

Century City, Los Angeles, San Diego, Seattle:

$119,000 - $161,000 per year. The compensation for this position may include a discretionary year-end merit bonus based on performance. We offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package. Benefits information can be found here. Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). careers.wsgr.com Wilson Sonsini is the premier legal advisor to technology, life sciences, and growth enterprises worldwide, as well as the venture firms, private equity firms, and investment banks that finance them. We represent more than 300 public enterprises and 3,000 private companies in a wide range of today's cutting-edge industries, from AI and fintech to life sciences and mobility. For more than 60 years, our attorneys and professional staff have created a unique working environment. With deep roots in the fast-paced and innovative world of Silicon Valley, the firm fosters an entrepreneurial spirit and team-oriented approach for all employees, providing professional and personal development opportunities and encouraging all departments to promote a stable and optimal work/life balance. Wilson Sonsini is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce globally. We have built a culture in which employees of all backgrounds, viewpoints, and experiences are encouraged and empowered to achieve their maximum potential. Our firm is consistently recognized among the top law firms in annual diversity rankings. For example, Wilson Sonsini ranked No. 2 among firms with more than 600 attorneys in Law360's 2023 Diversity Snapshot. Additionally, in 2024, for the sixth consecutive year, Wilson Sonsini achieved Mansfield Plus Certification, and in 2023, for the fourth consecutive year, the firm achieved a top score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation's Corporate Equality Index. We are also dedicated to enhancing the communities in which we live and work by providing legal services, financial support, and volunteer services to worthy agencies and individuals in need. In 2023, Wilson Sonsini attorneys and staff provided more than 95,000 pro bono hours. and participated in more than 140 community service projects. The Wilson Sonsini Foundation contributed nearly $2 million to almost 120 law-related organizations and nearly 160 community organizations in 2023. Wilson Sonsini has 17 offices in 17 technology and business hubs worldwide. Austin, TX Boston, MA Boulder, CO Brussels, Belgium Century City, CA Hong Kong London Los Angeles, CA New York, NY Palo Alto, CA Salt Lake City, UT San Diego, CA San Francisco, CA Seattle, WA Shanghai (China) Washington, D.C. Wilmington, DE