KOREAN HOUDINI | $180,000 – $265,000 (USD)

In one of South Korea’s most baffling prison escapes, 50-year-old Choi Gap Bok left guards speechless and sparked a nationwide manhunt after vanishing from his locked cell without a trace.Arrested on September 12, 2012, for robbery, Choi seemed like any other detainee – quiet and cooperative. But beneath that calm was a man with 23 years of yoga training and a mind sharpened by patience.

For five days, he observed the guards’ routines and shift changes, waiting silently. Then, around 5:00 a.m. on September 17, he acted.

Guards found his cell empty during a routine check – no signs of forced entry, no broken locks. Just a locked door and no inmate. The mystery made headlines nationwide: How did he disappear?

Surveillance footage revealed the shocking truth: Choi applied ointment, lowered himself, and squeezed through the food tray slot – only 5.9 inches tall and 17.7 inches wide – in just 34 seconds!

The media quickly named him the “Korean Houdini.”But after six days on the run, authorities recaptured him and returned him to custody. What does this have to do with Match and Fable’s latest role?

Nothing at all.

That said, while you’re here, Mate Pavkovic is looking for a Managing Clerk to be based in New York, New York.

SUMMARY: Our client, a prominent international law firm, is seeking a Managing Clerk to lead the development and implementation of a newly designed Managing Clerk’s Office (MCO) based in New York City, with oversight across all U.S. offices. This is a unique leadership opportunity for a senior legal professional with extensive court procedure experience and a strategic mindset. The role includes managing and mentoring docketing professionals, driving procedural compliance, and building scalable filing systems across jurisdictions. POSITION:      MANAGING CLERK INDUSTRY:     LEGAL SERVICES LOCATION:    NEW YORK CITY

RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Design and lead the Managing Clerk function across U.S. offices from New York headquarters.

·         Supervise the existing docketing and clerk team, including training and performance management.

·         Create / implement firmwide training programs on civil procedure, electronic filing systems (ECF), and court rules.

·         Oversee court filings and ensure procedural compliance across federal and state jurisdictions.

·         Partner with practice group leaders and the Office of General Counsel to mitigate risk.

·         Develop and maintain SOPs for multi-jurisdictional filings.

·         Lead calendar management for litigation deadlines, statutes of limitation, and filing requirements.

·         Implement technology solutions to improve workflow and compliance.

·         Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation in legal operations.

REQUIREMENTS:

·         15+ years of experience in court filings and managing litigation calendars.

·         4+ years as a Managing Clerk/Managing Attorney, or 8+ years as a Deputy Managing Clerk in a cross-jurisdictional firm.

·         JD preferred; bachelor’s degree or paralegal certification required.

·         Deep knowledge of federal and state court procedures; experience with PACER, NYSCEF, and docketing software (e.g., CompuLaw, LegalKEY).

·         Proven leadership experience and ability to drive process improvements across departments.

·         Strong communication, project management, and organizational skills.

REMUNERATION:

SALARY: $180,000 – $265,000 (USD) OTHER: Comprehensive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision, 401(k), PTO, parental leave, bonus eligibility based on individual performance and firm profitability.

WHAT NOW?If you’re qualified for this role … the ball is in your court.

1: Email your resume to Mate Pavkovic at; mpavkovic@matchfable.com.

2: Ensure the subject line reads; KOREAN HOUDINI – 30E25MTCHFBL

3: Based on the job description … explain how you are a fit for this role.