Docket Clerk

Overview

The role of Docket Clerk provides support to attorneys across various practice groups by applying expertise in docketing, court rules and procedures, and monitoring case activity. A remote work arrangement is available.

Work hours: 9:00 AM–5:30 PM PST

Location: Los Angeles, CA; San Francisco, CA

Responsibilities

• Maintain the firm’s calendar for assigned offices regarding all litigation activities.
• Review court filings, discovery documents, and other litigation documents to track docket-related deadlines using CompuLaw Vision.
• Prepare calendar and case reports from CompuLaw Vision.
• Consult with staff and attorneys to support compliance with court rules and procedures, including appellate and bankruptcy proceedings.
• Search, retrieve, and download online court dockets and filed documents as requested.
• Assist attorneys and staff with docketing requests as needed.
• Provide ancillary support for electronic filing in CM/ECF.
• Provide instruction to other staff on electronic filing rules and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 3–5 years’ experience in a docketing role.
• Experience using CompuLaw preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree required (work experience in lieu of a degree considered).
• Knowledge of litigation calendaring using rule base systems and web-based researching skills.
• Working knowledge of New York State Uniform Rules, CPLR, FRCP, Court Practices and Court Procedures.
• Experience using CompuLaw or other court docketing systems.
• Experience searching PACER, NYSCEF, and local courts’ filing systems.
• Excellent organizational, communication, analytical, critical thinking, and attention to detail skills.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively with limited supervision.
• Willingness to work with a national team of experienced docketing staff to provide consistent quality services.
• General familiarity with best practices regarding docketing, calendaring, and record keeping as they relate to loss prevention issues in the legal environment.

Compensation & Benefits

Anticipated annual salary range (depending on location):

• Los Angeles, CA: $57,500 to $79,200
• San Francisco, CA: $63,000 to $86,900

In addition to a standard benefits package, this role may be eligible for additional contingent compensation based on factors including work performance, geographic location, work experience, education, and qualifications. Contingent compensation may be zero ($0) in some circumstances; the ranges above are a good faith estimate of annual salary expected for the position at the time of posting.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer: Disability / Veteran. Applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative.

Verification

To comply with Federal law, the employer participates in E-Verify. Newly hired employees are verified through an electronic system established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to confirm identity and employment eligibility.