E- Filing Analyst

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Position Summary

Benesch is proud to announce the opening for an E-filing Analyst in our San Francisco office. This position is hybrid, offering work‑from‑home flexibility. The hours for this position are 10 : 30 am to 7 : 00 pm PST.

The E‑filing Analyst is responsible for developing and maintaining best practices, procedures, and quality standards for filings across federal, state, and local courts. The Analyst proactively monitors and interprets changes in rules and platform requirements, communicates updates to attorneys and staff, and provides guidance on proper filing protocols. Additionally, the role handles escalated e‑filing matters, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and consistency in all firm submissions.

Essential Functions

• Coordinate with attorneys and legal staff to review, format, and finalize pleadings, discovery, and court filings in compliance with the rules and requirements of each jurisdiction.
• Manage electronic filings across federal, state, and local courts—including via CM / ECF, PACER, and third‑party platforms such as OneLegal—ensuring all submissions meet procedural and technical standards.
• Handle complex, high‑volume, multi‑jurisdictional filings for all firm offices, prioritizing critical deadlines and maintaining accuracy under time pressure.
• Monitor court docket systems and internal docketing tools to track filing deadlines, update case status, and ensure calendar integrity by cleaning or consolidating non‑essential entries.
• Prepare, organize, and verify filing materials such as exhibit indices, hyperlinks, bookmarks, redactions, and slipsheets while proofreading and cite‑checking for accuracy.
• Coordinate with vendors for manual filings, courtesy / chambers copies, personal service, and record retrieval when required by specific courts or judges.
• Provide escalated support and training to staff and timekeepers regarding electronic filing and document submission procedures, promoting firm‑wide adherence to best practices.
• Advocate for continuous improvement in firm‑wide electronic filing processes and workflow efficiency.
• Communicate promptly and professionally with internal and external contacts, ensuring high levels of service and responsiveness.
• Collaborate across offices to maintain consistent filing standards and share knowledge of evolving court procedures and technologies.
• Other projects and duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum of three years of experience performing high‑volume electronic filings on a national level. Familiarity with federal and state court systems in California is required. Candidates must possess knowledge of court and administrative agency operations, including filing procedures, workflows, and electronic filing systems such as CM / ECF and PACER.

Must have a demonstrated ability to research and comply with filing rules in multiple jurisdictions, along with experience using platforms such as One Legal, File & Serve Xpress, Odyssey, and other similar e‑filing portals. Experience in docketing at a mid‑to‑sized law firm or larger is strongly preferred. Proficiency with internet‑based research and a thorough understanding of both federal and state filing protocols are essential.

Must demonstrate strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with individuals at all levels of the firm and with external clients. The position requires a high degree of professionalism, organization, and prioritization, with a commitment to delivering an exceptional First in Service experience.

Salary range : $88,000–$120,500 per year. Salary ranges are based on Benesch’s reasonable expectations at the time of posting and are not a guarantee of final offers. Base pay is determined by market location and may vary; full‑time positions are eligible for discretionary bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Benesch is an equal‑opportunity employer. We strongly value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability (where applicant is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations), medical condition, protected veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Applicants who require special assistance or an accommodation during the process due to a disability should contact the Benesch Human Resources Department by phone at 216‑363‑4578 or email Christine Watson at cwatson@beneschlaw.com.

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