Director of Docketing Services

Min 10 yrs required

Full-time

No

Demonstrated subject matter expertise in docketing rules, practices, and procedures.

As the Director of Docketing Services at Husch Blackwell LLP, you will be responsible for managing and leading the firm’s docketing teams for the IP and Litigation practice specialty centers across multiple locations in the United States. This is a full-time position with a competitive salary and benefits package. The ideal candidate will have extensive legal docketing experience within a law firm environment, as well as experience managing a team and providing thought leadership in the development of docketing policies and procedures.

As a law firm committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, Husch Blackwell values professionals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that diverse, equitable, and inclusive teams lead to better outcomes for our clients and communities. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role and be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Director of Docketing Services position.

Responsibilities:

Directly supervise the Docketing Managers and fully manage the docketing staff and all docket-related services, including all calendaring and docketing in the litigation and intellectual property docket systems.
Provide direction, development, and oversight of docketing services across the firm.
Serve as a resource and subject matter expert to firm leadership concerning docketing services and procedures.
Identify and analyze docketing technologies, trends, and best practices across the profession and the broader business community and work to adopt and implement such practices at the firm as appropriate.
Build relationships with and serve as a resource and docketing subject matter expert to the firm’s attorneys.
Collaborate with Practice Specialty Center leaders and other stakeholders to ensure internal docketing procedures remain compliant with established rules and procedures.
Audit docket entries in the Firm’s docketing systems for accuracy.
Maintain a thorough working knowledge and ensure the proper maintenance and integrity of the Docket Department databases and systems and their support for day-to-day work production.
Proactively engage with attorneys and leaders across the firm to ensure docketing concerns are being addressed promptly.
Lead, supervise, and develop a cohesive team of highly capable docketing professionals who thrive in a complex work environment.
Develop, implement, and oversee compliance with written policies and procedures for the docketing teams.
Develop and implement training programs and protocols for new as well as experienced members of the docketing teams.
Ensure consistent application of firm policy and adherence to risk management guidelines, as promulgated in conjunction with the Office of the Firm General Counsel, to minimize errors that could affect clients and potential malpractice exposure.
Research current rule changes and communicate information regarding rule changes and/or changes in court procedures.
Maintain knowledge base of e-filing requirements and procedures for the USPTO, all Federal courts, and those State and Local courts where Attorneys request e-filing assistance.
Participate in professional organizations that promote ongoing education regarding Federal, State, and Local rule changes relating to deadlines and docketing, including . Patent and Trademark Office practices and procedures.
Draft and oversee the departmental budgets to maximize return on investment, control costs, and use talent and resources efficiently.
Oversee annual performance reviews, and recommendations for salary adjustments and bonuses, for the docketing teams.
Direct and oversee hiring, firing, promotions, and creation/elimination of positions within the docketing teams.
Work on a variety of ad hoc projects as needed.

Position Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field.
Extensive legal docketing experience within a law firm environment in an attorney or senior paralegal role.
Minimum of ten (10) years of increasingly responsible, directly related experience, including significant supervisory experience, in a law firm or similar professional services environment, during which the knowledge, skills, and abilities applicable to the position were demonstrated.
Demonstrated subject matter expertise in docketing rules, practices, and procedures.
Proficiency with Docket databases, preferably CompuLaw and Pattsy.
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. Requires tact, patience, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, and to make presentations to small and large groups in an effective manner.
Demonstrated intellectual curiosity and commitment to innovating and enhancing the firm’s practices.
Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects in a dynamic and complex environment, meeting deadlines and successfully managing the daily workload.
Ability to work under pressure and conflicting circumstances.
A non-hierarchical approach; the flexibility 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:

Competitive salary commensurate with experience and location.
Discretionary bonus opportunities based on individual and firm performance.
Benefits including medical and dental coverage, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, pre-tax flexible spending account, employee assistance program, Paid Time Off, paid holidays, participation in a retirement plan program, and more.

If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role and be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Director of Docketing Services position at Husch Blackwell LLP. This position may be filled remotely or in any of our locations across the United States. Join our diverse, equitable, and inclusive team culture of accountability and purpose and make a difference in our Firm and communities.

H1: Director of Docketing Services at Husch Blackwell LLP
H2: Lead and Develop Docketing Teams

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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