Docketing Specialist-Remote

Overview

A remote opportunity is available for a Docketing Specialist with a salary range of $72,000 to $78,000 per year. This role supports attorneys and legal professionals by monitoring case activity, calculating and maintaining critical deadlines, and ensuring compliance with court rules and procedural requirements across multiple jurisdictions. The position plays a key role in risk management by providing accurate calendaring, timely notifications, and reliable docket information to prevent missed deadlines and filing errors.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze court dockets to identify filings, rulings, orders, and case developments.
• Calculate, calendar, and track critical deadlines using court rules, scheduling orders, and procedural requirements.
• Enter and maintain court dates, deadlines, and case events in the docketing system.
• Review pleadings, motions, court orders, and other legal documents to identify docketing requirements.
• Research court procedures and filing requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
• Prepare docket reports and communicate critical case information to attorneys and legal teams.
• Perform regular audits and quality control reviews to ensure accuracy of docket information.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants to support timely filings and case management.
• Share updates on court rules and procedures with relevant teams.
• Identify opportunities to improve docketing processes and departmental efficiency.
• Work collaboratively across offices to support effective communication.
• Contribute to a positive team environment that encourages collaboration and learning.
• Support department projects and perform other duties as assigned by the Docketing Manager.
• Maintain flexibility in work schedules during periods of high workload.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in legal docketing, litigation support, paralegal work, court administration, or legal operations within a law firm, corporate legal department, or court environment.
• Experience supporting multi-jurisdictional litigation, including federal, state, appellate, and administrative courts.
• Comprehensive knowledge of court rules, procedures, filing requirements, and deadlines with the ability to interpret and apply complex requirements accurately.
• Understanding of legal docketing principles and calendaring methodologies.
• Experience with docketing, calendaring, and case management systems such as CourtAlert, CompuLaw, eDockets, or similar platforms.
• Proficiency with electronic court filing and research systems, including PACER/CM-ECF and state court e-filing platforms.
• Ability to review and interpret court filings, orders, notices, and procedural documents.
• Knowledge of litigation lifecycle events, service requirements, procedural milestones, and docketing's role in risk management and compliance.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Outlook, Excel, Word, and Teams.
• Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to organize competing priorities, manage multiple deadlines, and adapt to changing needs.
• Clear and professional communication skills; able to work independently and collaboratively.
• Comfortable researching and resolving complex docketing or procedural questions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with automation tools, workflow management systems, and reporting or dashboard functionality within docketing platforms.
• Knowledge of specialized court procedures such as bankruptcy, intellectual property, or international matters.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary with annual merit increases.
• On-the-spot monthly bonus program.
• Workplace flexibility options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match and profit-sharing component.
• Health, dental, and vision coverage with employer premium contribution.
• Employer-paid group term life insurance.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Employee wellness and assistance programs.
• Opportunities for professional development.

Additional Information

• This is a fully remote position.
• A background check is required as part of the hiring process.
• The employer is an equal opportunity organization committed to diversity and inclusion.
• Reasonable accommodations are available upon request during the application and interview process.

Location

Remote