Litigation Docket Specialist (California and Asbestos-Specific Docketing)

3-5 yrs required

Full-time

No

2 years:
Experience with docketing software.
2 years:
Experience with Microsoft Office, Adobe products, and internet research.
Preferred
Experience working remotely or in a virtual team environment.
Experience with multiple office and/or practice group assignments.



Responsibilities

Independently docket for designated assignment group (multiple offices and/or practice groups), including:
Review and comprehend documents submitted to ensure all deadlines are identified and docketed.
Review court and/or agency dockets as needed.
Verify jurisdiction, court/venue, and relevant authorities.
Verify accuracy of docketed items and deadlines generated.
Ensure accuracy of timekeepers assigned to matters.
Create, review, and distribute accurate matter reports.
Research statutory, agency, court, and individual judges’ rules and practices and apply appropriately.
Respond professionally and constructively to requests from timekeepers and staff regarding docketed dates, agency and court rules and procedures.
Collaborate with the Litigation Docket Manager to continually improve the firm’s docketing best practices, policies and processes.
Assist Docket Team with special projects as needed.
Remain current with developments, procedures and rules in courts and agencies within the designated assignment group.



Qualifications

2?year degree or Paralegal Certificate; 4?year degree preferred in related field preferred; or combination of education and commensurate work experience required.
3-5 years litigation docketing experience with specific experience using CompuLaw Vision preferred.
3-5 years litigation experience in various federal and state courts that included calculating and calendaring deadlines.
Strong knowledge of California litigation and asbestos practice.
Strong knowledge of litigation process, 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/or court rules and procedures for any jurisdiction.
Ability to use , PacerPro and other legal resources and websites to obtain case dockets, rules, and procedures.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe products, and internet research; ability to prepare, export, edit, filter, sort, search, and reformat large spreadsheets within Excel.
Strong attention to detail, analytical abilities, and resourcefulness.
Ability to adapt to change and balance competing demands in a fast-paced environment.



Responsibilities

Independently docket for designated assignment group (multiple offices and/or practice groups), including:
Review and comprehend documents submitted to ensure all deadlines are identified and docketed.
Review court and/or agency dockets as needed.
Verify jurisdiction, court/venue, and relevant authorities.
Verify accuracy of docketed items and deadlines generated.
Ensure accuracy of timekeepers assigned to matters.
Create, review, and distribute accurate matter reports.
Research statutory, agency, court, and individual judges’ rules and practices and apply appropriately.
Respond professionally and constructively to requests from timekeepers and staff regarding docketed dates, agency and court rules and procedures.
Collaborate with the Litigation Docket Manager to continually improve the firm’s docketing best practices, policies and processes.
Assist Docket Team with special projects as needed.
Remain current with developments, procedures and rules in courts and agencies within the designated assignment group.

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Litigation Docket Specialist (California and Asbestos-Specific Docketing) at Law Firm (Full-Time)

Join Our Team as a Litigation Docket Specialist at a Leading Law Firm

About the Firm:

- Full-service litigation and business law firm
- Multiple locations across the United States
- Serving clients with domestic and international operations
- Committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Retaining, recruiting, developing, and promoting talented professionals with diverse backgrounds and experiences

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

- Fosters an engaged, diverse, and inclusive team culture
- Values each other and the service we provide
- Embraces teamwork, collaboration, client service, and innovation

Position Overview:

- Responsible for monitoring assigned shared mailboxes and related docket requests
- Docketing in a timely manner according to firm guidelines and procedures
- Utilizing the firm's litigation docketing software
- Reports to the Litigation Docket Manager
- May be filled remotely or in any of our locations

Position Requirements:

- 2-year degree or Paralegal Certificate; 4-year degree preferred
- 3-5 years of litigation docketing experience
- Strong knowledge of California litigation and asbestos practice
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and internet research
- Ability to adapt to change and balance competing demands

Compensation and Benefits:

- Competitive compensation package based on skills, experience, and location
- Medical and dental coverage
- Life and disability insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Employee assistance program
- Paid Time Off
- Retirement plan program eligibility
- And more

How to Apply:

- Submit a cover letter and resume
- EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Vet
- Principal Applicants Only

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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 eligibility, and more.

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2-year degree or Paralegal Certificate; 4-year degree preferred in related field; or combination of education and work experience.

Please include a cover letter and resume when applying.

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