Litigation Docketing Specialist

5-5 yrs required

Full-time

No

Law Firm is seeking a Litigation Docketing Specialist to join their team. The Litigation Docketing Specialist will be responsible for all phases of updating and maintaining the Firm’s litigation docket and ensuring that docketed events are timely and accurately processed. This position will report directly to the Litigation Docketing Manager. Job Description: The Litigation Docketing Specialist will be responsible for the following duties and responsibilities: • Monitor assigned docketing inboxes for receipt of docketing requests and coordinate with case team members as needed; • Review and analyze docketing requests and associated documents and accurately calculate critical dates and related deadlines; • Research dates when needed to supplement automated calculations; • Update existing docket entries and review work product to ensure quality control; • Generate and distribute various Docket Reports including customized reports; • Maintain current knowledge of Federal, State and local rules and civil procedure; • Provide continuing information and support to attorneys and support staff regarding docketing policies and docketing process; • Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and practice assistants to analyze scheduling and deadlines, navigate ambiguous situations, and ask and answer questions; • Work independently as well as with centralized docketing team members; and • Maintain confidentiality and discretion. Knowledge and Skills Required: • Exceptional command of the English language, and highly developed interpersonal skills, with ability to interact professionally with all levels of firm personnel, in a hybrid environment; • Ability to work in a demanding fast-paced environment and strong time management skills; • Experience using rules-based docketing software such as e-Dockets, CompuLaw or CourtAlert; • Working knowledge of Microsoft products; • Positive service-oriented disposition and capacity to cultivate strong relationships; • Strong attention to detail; • Self-starter with high-level initiative; • Excellent reading comprehension, analytical skills and critical thinking; • Sound judgment, ability to shift priorities, excellent planning and troubleshooting skills; • Participate in professional organizations with a focus on docketing industry trends, innovation, educational sessions and peer networking. Educational and Experience Requirements: • Minimum of five years of litigation docketing experience within a medium to large sized law firm • Bachelor’s degree preferred • Paralegal certification is a plus Physical Demands of Position: • Work is performed in a professional hybrid office environment and requires the following during the work day: • Must be able to remain in a stationary position for long periods of time (working at a computer) • Repetitive movement (i.e. heavy computer/keyboard use). • May require occasional light lifting (files, copy paper, etc.). In addition to the essential functions outlined above, the individual in this position will provide additional assistance and support as directed by their Manager. This job description is subject to change at any time. Salary Information: The salary for this position will be commensurate with experience. Job Title: Litigation Docketing Specialist Law Firm is seeking a Litigation Docketing Specialist to join their team. This position will report directly to the Litigation Docketing Manager and will be responsible for all phases of updating and maintaining the Firm’s litigation docket and ensuring that docketed events are timely and accurately processed. Job Responsibilities: • Monitor assigned docketing inboxes for receipt of docketing requests and coordinate with case team members as needed; • Review and analyze docketing requests and associated documents and accurately calculate critical dates and related deadlines; • Research dates when needed to supplement automated calculations; • Update existing docket entries and review work product to ensure quality control; • Generate and distribute various Docket Reports including customized reports; • Maintain current knowledge of Federal, State and local rules and civil procedure; • Provide continuing information and support to attorneys and support staff regarding docketing policies and docketing process; • Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and practice assistants to analyze scheduling and deadlines, navigate ambiguous situations, and ask and answer questions; • Work independently as well as with centralized docketing team members; and • Maintain confidentiality and discretion. Knowledge and Skills Required: • Exceptional command of the English language, and highly developed interpersonal skills, with ability to interact professionally with all levels of firm personnel, in a hybrid environment; • Ability to work in a demanding fast-paced environment and strong time management skills; • Experience using rules-based docketing software such as e-Dockets, CompuLaw or CourtAlert; • Working knowledge of Microsoft products; • Positive service-oriented disposition and capacity to cultivate strong relationships; • Strong attention to detail; • Self-starter with high-level initiative; • Excellent reading comprehension, analytical skills and critical thinking; • Sound judgment, ability to shift priorities, excellent planning and troubleshooting skills; • Participate in professional organizations with a focus on docketing industry trends, innovation, educational sessions and peer networking.

English language, interpersonal skills, rules-based docketing software, Microsoft products, service-oriented disposition, attention to detail, initiative, analytical skills, critical thinking, judgment, planning, troubleshooting skills

Bachelor’s degree preferred; Paralegal certification is a plus

Please email your resume to gabrielle.turino@saul.com for review.

Qualification and Experience Minimum of five years of litigation docketing experience within a medium to large sized law firm; Bachelor’s degree preferred; Paralegal certification is a plus

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