Docket Specialist - Litigation

Polsinelli; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance and benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

ID Theft insurance

Long-term disability benefits

Short-term disability benefits

Parking/Transit reimbursement

401(k) benefits

Employee assistance benefits

Job summary

Polsinelli is seeking a Docket Specialist to join our centralized docketing team in Dallas. The role focuses on identifying deadlines, interpreting court rules, and maintaining accurate docket entries in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of docketing experience, is proficient with docketing systems such as Aderant CompuLaw, and can collaborate with attorneys and staff to ensure precise deadlines and high-quality service.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of docketing, legal support, or equivalent experience in a law firm or legal services environment
• Experience with Aderant CompuLaw or other docketing systems preferred
• College degree and/or paralegal certification (or equivalent experience) preferred
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook (Microsoft Office)

Responsibilities

• Review, analyze, and interpret pleadings, court orders, notices, and other legal documents to identify and calculate deadlines
• Research and interpret Federal, State, and Local rules and procedures across multiple jurisdictions
• Enter, update, and maintain deadlines in the Firm’s centralized docketing system
• Perform quality-control reviews of docket entries and deadline calculations for accuracy and compliance
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and staff on docketing processes
• Assist Docketing team members as backup and provide additional support as needed
• Interact and collaborate with team to deliver high-quality, timely service
• Manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Assume additional duties as requested

Skills

Attention to detail

Initiative

Prioritization

Verbal & written communication

Ownership of workload

Independent work

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

E-filing / PACER / ECFs

Litigation process knowledge

Education

College degree / Paralegal certification

Tools

Aderant CompuLaw

Job description

At Polsinelli, What a Law Firm Should Be is not just our tagline, it is what we live every day. We strive to create a dynamic environment where our team members are encouraged to bring their whole selves, creativity and professional passions into the workplace so that they can thrive.

Polsinelli is seeking a Docket Specialist to join our centralized docketing team.

Core Responsibilities

• Review, analyze, and interpret pleadings, court orders, notices, and other legal documents to identify and calculate critical deadlines in accordance with applicable court rules, statutes, local procedures, and Firm docketing protocols
• research and interpret Federal, State, and Local rules and procedures across multiple jurisdictions
• Enter, update, and maintain deadlines and other critical dates in the Firm’s centralized docketing system
• Perform quality-control reviews of docket entries and deadline calculations to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with Firm procedures
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and administrative staff on understanding all aspects of docketing and processes in a timely and professional manner
• Assist Docketing team members as backup and provide additional support as needed
• Actively interact and collaborate with team members to provide deliverables and service to the highest and most sustainable level of quality and professionalism.
• Effectively manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Assume additional duties and/or responsibilities, as requested

Skills

• Strong attention to detail
• Solid initiative and independent judgment skills
• Ability to manage and prioritize work efficiently
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong ability to take ownership and responsibility for workload
• Reliable, dependable, and able to work independently or as part of a team
• Excellent interpersonal skills; positive and proactive manner; strong work ethic
• Ability to manage and prioritize work efficiently.
• E-filing and familiarity with PACER and Electronic Court Filings (ECFs)
• Knowledge and understanding of the litigation process

Requirements

• 3-5 years of docketing, relevant legal support, or equivalent experience in a law firm or legal services environment is required
• Experience with Aderant CompuLaw or other docketing systems preferred
• College degree and/or paralegal certification (or equivalent experience) preferred
• Proficient in all Microsoft applications, including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook

The budgeted salary range for this position is $75,000 - $90,000.

As part of full-time employment associated with this position, Polsinelli PC offers the following benefits: Paid time off, sick time off, a referral program, medical insurance and benefits, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, AD&D insurance, ID Theft insurance, long-term disability benefits, short-term disability benefits, Parking/Transit reimbursement (varies depending on location), 401(k) benefits, and employee assistance benefits.

Polsinelli PC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.