Docket Specialist – Los Angeles – Litigation

EMERGE; Los Angeles (CA); Híbrido; USD 90.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation

Sick time

Holidays

Parking reimbursement

Transit reimbursement

Professional development

Team environment

Descripción de la vacante

EMERGE is seeking an experienced Docket Specialist to join its Litigation Docketing team in Los Angeles, CA. The role focuses on calculating deadlines, maintaining docket records, and ensuring lawyers have up-to-date schedule information across multiple offices. Hybrid schedule with in-office days.

The ideal candidate has extensive California docketing knowledge, hands-on CompuLaw experience, and meticulous attention to detail to navigate a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Formación

• 3–5 years of litigation docketing experience in a law firm or legal services setting.
• Hands-on experience with CompuLaw including docket entries and deadline calculations.
• Strong knowledge of California state and federal court rules, including CCP, California Rules of Court, and local rules.

Responsabilidades

• Review pleadings, court orders, notices and other documents to identify and calculate deadlines.
• Enter, update and maintain court deadlines, hearings and reminders in CompuLaw.
• Quality-control docket entries for accuracy and compliance with firm procedures.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals and staff to clarify docketing requests and ensure timely deadlines.

Conocimientos

Litigation docketing

Cal. court rules

CompuLaw

PACER/CM-ECF

Attention to detail

Educación

Bachelor's degree

Paralegal certification

Herramientas

CompuLaw

Descripción del empleo

We're partnered with a highly respected national AmLaw 100 law firm seeking an experienced Docket Specialist to join its Litigation Docketing team in Los Angeles, California! This is an excellent opportunity for a legal professional with strong litigation docketing experience to support attorneys and legal teams across multiple offices and practice groups. This position offers a hybrid work schedule with flexibility on in-office days.

This role is ideal for someone with extensive knowledge of California state and federal court rules, hands-on experience with CompuLaw, and exceptional attention to detail. You'll play a critical role in calculating litigation deadlines, maintaining accurate docket records, interpreting court procedures, and ensuring attorneys have the information needed to effectively manage their cases in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

REWARDS

• $90,000–$110,000 annual base salary
• Hybrid work schedule with flexibility on in-office days
• Opportunity to join a nationally recognized AmLaw 100 law firm
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Life, AD&D, and short- and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Parking/Transit reimbursement depending on location
• Professional development and long-term career growth opportunities
• Collaborative, team-oriented environment supporting attorneys across multiple offices and practice groups

Requirements

• 3–5 years of litigation docketing experience within a law firm or legal services environment, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience
• Hands-on experience with CompuLaw required, including maintaining docket entries and calculating litigation deadlines
• Strong working knowledge of California state and federal court rules, including the California Code of Civil Procedure, California Rules of Court, and applicable local rules
• Experience calculating critical litigation deadlines related to discovery, motions, service, hearings, and trial preparation
• Ability to research and interpret federal, state, local, and judge-specific court rules across multiple jurisdictions
• Familiarity with PACER, CM/ECF, and California electronic court filing systems
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to independently manage competing deadlines and high-volume docketing requests
• Exceptional attention to detail, analytical skills, and sound judgment when reviewing court documents and calculating deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Bachelor's degree, paralegal certification, or equivalent professional experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze pleadings, court orders, notices, and other legal documents to identify and calculate critical litigation deadlines
• Research and interpret California state and federal court rules, local procedures, statutes, and judge-specific requirements to ensure accurate deadline calculations
• Enter, update, and maintain court deadlines, hearings, appearances, reminders, and other critical dates within CompuLaw
• Perform quality-control reviews of docket entries and deadline calculations to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with firm procedures
• Review and process incoming docketing requests, electronic filing notifications, and other deadline-related communications
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and administrative professionals to clarify docketing requests, resolve questions, and provide guidance on court procedures
• Monitor multiple litigation matters across different jurisdictions while prioritizing time-sensitive requests and competing deadlines
• Maintain accurate docketing records and support compliance with established firm policies and litigation procedures
• Provide backup coverage and collaborate with other docketing team members to ensure consistent, timely, and accurate service
• Identify opportunities to improve docketing workflows, maintain operational efficiency, and support additional departmental initiatives as needed

Emerge is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other protected characteristic. In compliance with applicable employment laws, we provide a fair and equitable hiring process and reasonable accommodations where required. We value diversity and encourage candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.