Managing Attorney – DC

About the Role Gibson Dunn seeks a Managing Attorney in the Washington, DC office to work with the Director of Managing Attorney’s Offices to develop and implement best practices for electronic filing and docketing. The role focuses on ensuring procedural compliance, timely filings, and effective docket management for the firm’s DC matters. What You'll Do

• Review court documents for accuracy, form, and procedural compliance served or filed through the Managing Attorney’s Office-D.C.
• Conduct legal research to advise litigators on procedural matters and ensure compliance with court rules.
• Provide procedural guidance to attorneys regarding motion practice, policies, and procedures in DC state and federal courts and nearby jurisdictions.
• Assist with service of process, including engaging with process servers.
• Monitor new cases and rule changes to keep attorneys informed of developments under DC rules, FRCP, and FRAP.
• Handle electronic case filings via CM/ECF and state court systems; coordinate hard copy filings and document retrieval.
• Retrieve and analyze information from court databases and docketing apps (PACER, Bloomberg Law, CourtAlert, Westlaw).
• Screen incoming court documents and calendar deadlines using the firm’s docketing system; perform quality control on docket entries.
• Notify 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. What We're Looking For
• Experience supervising staff within a Managing Attorney’s Office at a large law firm (strongly preferred).
• 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.
• Comprehensive knowledge of DC federal and state court systems, including relevant rules and procedures.
• 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.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Admission to the Washington, D.C. Bar required.
• Minimum of five years’ experience in a Managing Attorney’s Office at a large law firm.
• Gibson Dunn will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with local law. Nice to Have
• Experience with electronic filing systems and docketing tools (CM/ECF, CourtAlert, PACER, Westlaw, Bloomberg Law).
• Prior leadership or supervisory roles within a large law firm. Compensation & Benefits
• Salary: USD 265,000–325,000 per year.
• Benefits include health care; retirement benefits; paid days off (including sick time and vacation); parental leave; basic life insurance; Flexible Spending Accounts; and discretionary, performance-based bonuses.