Job Title: Litigation Docketing Specialist
Job Responsibilities:
The Litigation Docketing Specialist at the law firm is responsible for managing and maintaining electronic calendars for all litigation events, due dates, and obligations for attorneys. This involves reading and interpreting various legal documents to extract relevant events and requirements for docketing. The specialist creates and updates events in the CompuLaw system based on notifications and requests, and manually calculates dates as necessary. Ensuring the accuracy of data within the CompuLaw software is critical, as it directly impacts the firm’s litigation practice.
The role also requires professional interaction with court personnel, attorneys, and staff to obtain and provide data, answer questions, and resolve any issues that arise. The specialist prepares, processes, and generates both routine and special reports as needed, and is expected to stay informed about developments and changes in court procedures across different jurisdictions.
Education and Experience Information:
Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of prior experience in docketing with a rule-based calendaring system such as CompuLaw, CourtAlert, and/or eDockets. Experience with federal, state court, and agency rules is necessary. A strong understanding of the legal process and court operations, including administrative rules at federal, state, and local levels, is required. The candidate must be capable of reading, understanding, and interpreting complex legal documents, including pleadings and court rules related to various litigation practice areas.
The role demands effective communication skills, both oral and written, to interact with diverse individuals and provide information courteously and tactfully. The ability to reason and apply common sense to solve problems and follow instructions is essential. Basic mathematical skills are needed to perform date calculations. Proficiency in MS Office programs is also required. The position requires a high level of mental effort and the ability to occasionally work more than 40 hours per week.
Salary Information:
The text does not provide specific salary information for the Litigation Docketing Specialist position.
The law firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and the job posting outlines general duties, tasks, and responsibilities without being exhaustive. The firm participates in E-VERIFY.
