Director of Docketing Services

Min 10 yrs required

Full-time

No

Demonstrated subject matter expertise in docketing rules, practices, and procedures.
Demonstrated ability to provide quality client service and build effective relationships.
Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects in a dynamic environment.
Strong influencing capabilities and sound judgment.
Strong integrity, maturity, and fairness in dealing with people and confidential information.
Demonstrated intellectual curiosity and commitment to innovating and enhancing practices.



Law Firm Seeking Director of Docketing Services: Salary Information, Job Description, and Qualifications

H1: Director of Docketing Services - Husch Blackwell LLP

H2: Lead Docketing Teams for IP and Litigation Practice Specialty Centers

Husch Blackwell LLP, a full-service law firm with multiple locations across the United States, is seeking a Director of Docketing Services to join their team. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as the opportunity to work remotely or in any of their locations.

As the Director of Docketing Services, you will lead the firm's docketing teams for the IP and Litigation practice specialty centers. You will work closely with firm leadership and Practice Specialty Center leaders to provide thought leadership and development to this function. This role requires a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of ten years of legal docketing experience within a law firm environment.

Responsibilities:

- Directly supervise the Docketing Managers and manage the docketing staff and all docket-related services.
- Provide direction, development, and oversight of docketing services across the firm.
- Serve as a resource and subject matter expert on docketing services and procedures to firm leadership.
- Identify and analyze docketing technologies, trends, and best practices across the profession and implement them at the firm.
- Build relationships with attorneys and serve as a resource and subject matter expert on docketing.
- Collaborate with PSC Leaders and other stakeholders to ensure compliance with established rules and procedures.
- Audit docket entries for accuracy.
- Maintain and ensure the proper maintenance and integrity of docketing databases and systems.
- Proactively engage with attorneys and leaders to address docketing concerns.
- Lead, supervise, and develop a cohesive team of docketing professionals.
- Develop and implement policies, procedures, and training programs for the docketing teams.
- Ensure consistent application of firm policy and adherence to risk management guidelines.
- Research and communicate current rule changes and e-filing requirements.
- Participate in professional organizations to stay updated on rule changes and procedures.
- Oversee departmental budgets and performance reviews.
- Direct and oversee hiring, firing, promotions, and creation/elimination of positions within the docketing teams.
- Work on ad hoc projects as needed.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field.
- Minimum of ten years of legal docketing experience within a law firm environment.
- Demonstrated subject matter expertise in docketing rules, practices, and procedures.
- Proficiency with docketing databases, preferably CompuLaw and Pattsy.
- Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships with people of diverse backgrounds.
- Intellectual curiosity and commitment to innovating and enhancing practices.
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and handle conflicting circumstances.
- Non-hierarchical approach and ability to build consensus.
- Strong integrity, maturity, and fairness in dealing with people and confidential information.
- Strong influencing capabilities and sound judgment.

Compensation and Benefits:

The compensation for this position will vary based on skills, experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. The expected compensation ranges for this position in various states and jurisdictions are as follows:

- State of California: $144,000 - $275,000
- State of Colorado: $132,000 - $236,000
- Jersey City, NJ: $156,000 - $283,000
- State of Massachusetts: $144,000 - $275,000
- State of New York: $134000 - $289,000
- State of Washington: $139,000 - $265,000

In addition to a competitive salary, full-time employees receive benefits including medical and dental coverage, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, an employee assistance program, paid time off, paid holidays, participation in a retirement plan program, and more.

To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume. Husch Blackwell LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages individuals with disabilities to apply.

EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Vet. Principal Applicants Only.

demonstrated ability to provide quality client service to internal and external contacts regarding routine and complex matters, and to develop and maintain effective business relationships with people of diverse backgrounds. if you need assistance to accommodate a disability, please contact hr. please include a cover letter and resume when applying

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