Docketing Specialist

Overview

This position involves executing docketing and calendaring functions for litigation matters within the Client Information Risk Services department. Responsibilities include reviewing electronic mail and filings for accuracy and completeness, communicating routinely with attorneys, paralegals, and practice assistants, and participating in or managing assigned projects and/or tasks for local, regional, or firm-wide initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Review records and enter schedules or deadlines into the docketing system as needed.
• Generate and proof for quality all routine and specialized docketing system reports; generate and distribute docket reports according to the Docketing Department reporting schedule.
• Review state, federal, and judges’ rules, preferences, and standards for date calculations; distribute this information to team members.
• Recognize conflicting data prior to entry.
• Ensure retention of source documents/docket confirmation in the Document Management System.
• Keep abreast of developments, procedures, and rules in forums where responsible.
• Conduct detailed research into calendaring and jurisdictional rules and regulations within docketing software.
• Perform date calculations, applying jurisdictional rules.
• Maintain familiarity with docketing department functions, terminology, and information collection methods.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, and 4 years minimum experience in litigation.
• Experience with CourtAlert or other docketing systems preferred.
• Proficient in all Microsoft applications, including but not limited to Word, Excel, Outlook, and the Document Management System (DMS).
• Familiarity with PACER and Electronic Court Filings (ECFs).
• Excellent research, analytical, and reasoning skills, including a demonstrated understanding of how data interrelates.
• Excellent and consistent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to effectively communicate and provide explanations to all levels of attorneys and staff.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments within the parameters of the job functions, including working in an environment of shifting turnaround times.
• Strong ability to take ownership and responsibility for projects or special assignments.
• Solid initiative and independent judgment skills.
• Reliable and dependable; able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Excellent customer service orientation with a positive, proactive manner and strong work ethic.

Compensation & Benefits

Wage Transparency

In accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the expected salary range for this Colorado position is between $64,800 and $97,200. In accordance with New York State’s Wage Transparency Law, the expected salary range for this New York State position is between $71,440 and $107,160. In accordance with California’s amended labor code as stated in Senate Bill 1162, the expected salary range for this California position is between $64,800 and $107,160. In accordance with the Washington Equal Pay and Opportunities act, the expected salary range for this Washington position is between $67,920 and $101,880. In accordance with the Wage Transparency Omnibus Amendment Act, the expected salary range for this DC position is between $67,920 and $101,880. In accordance with Maryland’s Equal Pay for Equal Work-Wage Range Transparency Law, the expected salary range for this Baltimore position is between $60,880 and $91,320. In accordance with NJSA 34:6B-23 the expected salary range for this New Jersey based position is between $71,440 and $107,160. In accordance with Illinois Equal Pay Act Transparency Notice, the expected salary range for this Illinois position is between $67,920 and $101,880. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, geographic location, and other job-related factors as permitted by law.

Benefits

This position qualifies for the following benefits:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Leave
• 401(k) matching program
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Affordable Health and Life Insurance including Dental & Vision coverage
• Health Savings Account / Flexible Spending Accounts to help offset the cost of dependent care and/or health care expenses
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program

Location

Colorado, New York, California, Washington, DC, Maryland (Baltimore), New Jersey, and Illinois (location-specific salary ranges apply as listed above).