Director of Docketing Services

Min 10 yrs required

Full-time

No

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

The law firm of Husch Blackwell LLP is seeking a Director of Docketing Services to lead their docketing teams for IP and Litigation practice specialty centers across the firm. This is a full-time position with the option to work remotely or in any of the firm's multiple locations across the United States. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and at least 10 years of experience in a law firm environment, with extensive experience in legal docketing. This position offers a competitive salary, ranging from $132,000 to $289,000, depending on location and experience, as well as a comprehensive benefits package.

H1: Director of Docketing Services at Law Firm

The Director of Docketing Services will be responsible for overseeing all docketing-related services, including calendaring and docketing in the litigation and intellectual property docket systems. This role will involve working closely with firm leadership and Practice Specialty Center leaders to provide thought leadership and development to the docketing function. The Director will also serve as a resource and subject matter expert to firm leadership concerning docketing services and procedures.

H2: Essential Job Functions

The Director of Docketing Services will have the following essential job functions:

Directly supervise the Docketing Managers and fully 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 to firm leadership concerning docketing services and procedures.
Identify and analyze docketing technologies, trends, and best practices and work to implement them at the firm.
Build relationships with attorneys and serve as a resource and subject matter expert to the firm's attorneys.
Collaborate with PSC Leaders and other stakeholders to ensure docketing procedures remain compliant.
Audit docket entries for accuracy.
Maintain a thorough working knowledge and ensure the proper maintenance and integrity of the Docket Department 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 and procedures for the docketing teams.
Develop and implement training programs for new and experienced docketing team members.
Ensure consistent application of firm policy and adherence to risk management guidelines.
Research current rule changes and communicate information regarding rule changes and court procedures.
Maintain knowledge base of e-filing requirements and procedures for various courts.
Participate in professional organizations to stay updated on rule changes.
Draft and oversee departmental budgets.
Oversee performance reviews and recommendations for salary adjustments and bonuses.
Direct and oversee hiring, firing, promotions, and creation/elimination of positions within the docketing teams.
Work on ad hoc projects as needed.

H2: Position Requirements

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following qualifications:

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 in a law firm or similar professional services environment.
Demonstrated subject matter expertise in docketing rules, practices, and procedures.
Proficiency with Docket databases, preferably CompuLaw and Pattsy.
Strong communication skills.
Intellectual curiosity and commitment to innovating and enhancing the firm's practices.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a dynamic and complex environment.
Ability to work under pressure and conflicting circumstances.
Strong integrity, maturity, and fairness.
Strong influencing capabilities and sound judgment.

H2: Compensation and Benefits

The Director of Docketing Services will receive a competitive salary, ranging from $132,000 to $289,000, depending on experience and location. This salary does not include a discretionary bonus, which is dependent on individual and firm performance. Full-time employees will also receive a comprehensive benefits package, including medical and dental coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, a pre-tax flexible spending account, an employee assistance program, paid time off, paid holidays, and participation in a retirement plan program.

H2: How to Apply

If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Director of Docketing Services position.

H2: Equal Opportunity Employer

Husch Blackwell LLP is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to retaining, recruiting, developing, and promoting talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. The firm fosters an engaged, diverse, and inclusive team culture of accountability and purpose that makes our Firm and our communities better. The Firm will provide reasonable accommodations as necessary to allow an individual with a disability to apply for and/or perform the essential functions of a position. If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, please contact HR.

H2: Principal Applicants Only

Husch Blackwell LLP is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. This position is open to principal applicants only.

H2: Company Information

Husch Blackwell LLP is a full-service litigation and business law firm with locations across the United States. The firm serves clients with domestic and international operations and is committed to providing diverse, equitable, and inclusive teams that lead to better outcomes. The firm values teamwork, collaboration, client service, and innovation, and is dedicated to retaining, recruiting, developing, and promoting talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Not specified

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, retirement plan program, and more.

Not specified

Docketing, team management, docketing databases, client service, business relationships, communication, intellectual curiosity, innovation, project management, disability accommodations

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Juris Doctorate preferred.

Please include a cover letter and resume when applying.

Qualification and Experience Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, minimum of 10 years experience in a law firm or professional services organization

Legal