Litigation Docketing Specialist

2-4 yrs required

Full-time

No

Candidates presented by external recruiters and staffing agencies will not be considered. Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP will not pay a fee to any third-party recruiter or staffing agency that does not have a signed agreement with Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP.


Litigation Docketing Specialist - Faegre Drinker
Full Time - Posted 5 Days Ago
Locations: Washington ., Denver, Indianapolis Downtown, Minneapolis, Los Angeles, Chicago, Philadelphia, San Francisco

Faegre Drinker, a leading law firm, is seeking a talented and service-focused Litigation Docketing Specialist to join our team. With a culture of learning and support for personal and professional goals, we offer competitive benefits and rewards programs, as well as a flexible and high-performing work environment.

Job Description Summary:
We are looking for a Litigation Docketing Specialist to work with our Technology, Information Security & Information Governance team in our Minneapolis, Philadelphia, Washington ., Chicago, Denver, San Francisco, Los Angeles or downtown Indianapolis offices. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting in all aspects of docket department duties and utilizing our computerized docket system. You will work alongside other talented individuals who are dedicated to providing the best service to our clients.

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 (., 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

Salary Information:
The anticipated initial hourly rate for someone who is hired into this position is – annually based on a hour a week schedule. Actual initial hourly rate may be above or below the above-identified range and will be based on the relevant skills, training, experience, and other job-related factors, including the location where the position is filled, in all cases consistent with applicable law. This is a non-exempt role paid on an hourly basis with a schedule work week. The initial hourly rate listed above is just one component of Faegre Drinker's total compensation and benefits package for professional staff, which includes, but is not limited to, a discretionary bonus; life, health, accident, and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan.

What is required:

- Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate or at least 4 years of law firm docketing experience in lieu of a degree.
- Extensive knowledge of and experience working within an industry standard docketing software
- Minimum of two years of docket experience at a law firm
- Knowledge of Federal and State and Local rules
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
- Knowledge of California State and Local rules

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

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Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP 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, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic made unlawful 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.

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Flexible working environment, firm-sponsored volunteer events, wellness programming, professional environment, health and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, generous paid time off

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Docketing, CourtAlert software, problem-solving, communication, time management, organization, confidentiality, teamwork, Microsoft Office Suite, knowledge of Federal and State and Local rules, California State and Local rules

Bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate or at least 4 years of law firm docketing experience

Apply through the Faegre Drinker website by March 15th

Qualification and Experience Bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate or at least 4 years of law firm docketing experience

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