Litigation Docketing Specialist

2-4 yrs required

Full-time

No

If you would like to contact us about providing recruiting services, please contact our Director of Legal Talent Management at .


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H1: Join Our Team as a Litigation Docketing Specialist at Faegre Drinker Law Firm
H2: Faegre Drinker is Seeking a Litigation Docketing Specialist for Multiple Locations

Faegre Drinker Law Firm is seeking a talented and service-focused Litigation Docketing Specialist to join our team in one of our multiple locations across the United States. Our firm values our employees and offers a flexible and high-performing culture, with opportunities for career growth and development.

Key Responsibilities:

- Review, analyze, and process incoming notifications from courts, administrative agencies, clients and counsel.
- Utilize CourtAlert software to review docketing information and ensure accuracy of deadlines and database.
- Prepare and distribute daily, weekly, and monthly docket reports.
- Respond to inquiries from attorneys, paralegals and legal assistants regarding matter calendars and court procedures.
- Conduct docket orientation and training for new staff.
- Other duties and projects as assigned.

Expected Skills and Qualifications:

- Ability to problem-solve and work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work effectively in a virtual environment.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
- Knowledge of Federal and State and Local rules.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate, or at least 4 years of law firm docketing experience.
- Knowledge of California State and Local rules preferred.

What We Offer:

- Flexible working environment for work-life balance.
- Opportunities to participate in firm-sponsored volunteer events.
- Wellness programming with personalized content and activities.
- Professional environment and the opportunity to work with experts in the legal field.
- Variety of health plan options, as well as dental, vision, and 401(k) plans.
- Generous paid time off.

Salary Information:

The anticipated initial hourly rate for this position is – annually, based on a hour work week. Actual hourly rate may vary based on relevant skills, experience, and location. This is a non-exempt role paid on an hourly basis.

Benefits and Rewards:

Faegre Drinker offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package for our professional staff, including a discretionary bonus, life, health, accident, and disability insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

Application Details:

If you are ready to join the Faegre Drinker team, apply now! Applications will be accepted until March 15th.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Faegre Drinker Law Firm is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Equal employment opportunity will be extended to all persons in all aspects of employment, including retirement, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, and termination.

For Candidates Residing in California:

Please refer to our firm’s California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Applicant Privacy Policy for more information on how we handle personal information collected during the application process.

Notice to Recruiters and Staffing Agencies:

Faegre Drinker Law Firm has an internal recruiting department and does not accept unsolicited resumes. If you are interested in providing recruiting services, please contact our Director of Legal Talent Management at .

job description:

what you would do:

review, analyze, and process incoming notifications from courts, administrative agencies, clients and counsel
review docketing information in courtalert software, including analysis of updated docket records, to ensure correct assessment of deadlines and accuracy of database
prepare and distribute daily, weekly, and monthly docket reports
respond to department emails and phone inquiries from attorneys, paralegals and legal assistants regarding matter calendars and court procedures
conduct docket orientation and training of new staff
other duties and projects as assigned

what is expected:

ability to problem-solve
excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively in a virtual environment (e. , via phone, web/videoconference)
ability to concentrate on tasks, make decisions and work calmly and effectively in a high-pressure, deadline-orientated environment
demonstrated ability to use good judgment in taking initiative while asking for direction or clarification and consulting others, as appropriate
willingness to be flexible with time and adjust to a changing work environment
ability to build and maintain positive relationships, both internally and externally, while maintaining a client service orientation
ability to use sound judgment and discretion in dealing with highly confidential information
ability to maintain stamina throughout a standard workday, on- and off-site
ability to maintain regular attendance and work regularly scheduled hours
ability to take direction and accept supervision
demonstrated ability to work independently, organize and accurately prioritize work, be detail-oriented, understand when urgency is required and use good judgment in varied situations
ability to work effectively with co-workers in a team oriented collaborative environment

what we offer:

flexible working environment for work-life success
opportunity to participate in firm-sponsored volunteer events
wellness programming with personalized content and activities
professional environment and the opportunity to work with experts at the top of their fields
variety of health plan options, as well as dental, vision and 401(k) plans
generous paid time off

the anticipated initial hourly rate for someone who is hired into this position is $35. notice to recruiters and staffing agencies: faegre drinker biddle & reath (and any subsidiary) has an internal recruiting department and does not accept unsolicited resumes

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