Litigation Docket Specialist

Overview

A full-service litigation and business law firm with multiple U.S. locations is seeking a Litigation Docket Specialist. This role may be performed remotely or from any of the firm's offices.

Responsibilities

• Independently docket for assigned groups across multiple offices and practice areas.
• Review and understand submitted documents to identify and docket all deadlines.
• Review court and agency dockets as necessary.
• Verify jurisdiction, court/venue, and relevant authorities.
• Ensure accuracy of docketed items, deadlines, and assigned timekeepers.
• Create, review, and distribute accurate matter reports.
• Research statutory, agency, court, and judge-specific rules and practices and apply them appropriately.
• Respond professionally to inquiries from timekeepers and staff regarding docketed dates and court/agency procedures.
• Collaborate with the Litigation Docket Manager to improve docketing best practices, policies, and processes.
• Assist with special projects within the Docket Team as needed.
• Stay current with developments, procedures, and rules in courts and agencies relevant to assigned groups.

Requirements

• Associate degree or Paralegal Certificate required; bachelor's degree in a related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3-5 years of litigation docketing experience, preferably with CompuLaw Vision.
• 3-5 years of litigation experience in various federal and state courts, including calculating and calendaring deadlines.
• Strong knowledge of litigation processes, court rules, and procedures.
• Proficient knowledge of federal, state, and local court systems, as well as administrative and government agencies.
• Ability to research and apply statutory, agency, and court rules and procedures across jurisdictions.
• Experience using Pacer.gov, PacerPro, and other legal research tools to obtain case dockets and rules.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel), Adobe products, and internet research.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and resourcefulness.
• Ability to adapt to change and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation is commensurate with skill, experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. Expected salary ranges by location are:

• California: $63,000 - $128,000
• Colorado: $58,000 - $103,000
• Illinois: $57,000 - $110,000
• Massachusetts: $63,000 - $120,000
• Maryland: $61,000 - $92,000
• Minnesota: $63,000 - $104,000
• Jersey City, NJ: $68,000 - $123,000
• New York: $58,000 - $126,000
• Vermont: $62,000 - $119,000
• Washington State: $61,000 - $115,000
• Washington, D.C.: $81,000 - $119,000

These salaries do not include discretionary bonuses, which are non-guaranteed and based on individual and firm performance.

Full-time employees receive benefits including medical and dental coverage, life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, paid time off, paid holidays, and retirement plan participation after eligibility requirements are met.

Additional Information

Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume.

This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from minorities, females, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. Only principal applicants will be considered.