Docketing Paralegal

Parker Poe; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Poe is seeking a Docketing Paralegal for our Charlotte or Raleigh Office, with a regular schedule of 7.5 hours per day (37.5 hours per week) and potential overtime based on business needs.

The role involves reviewing pleadings for deadlines, maintaining docketing databases, and providing proactive support to attorneys while ensuring civil procedure rules are followed. Candidates should have 3+ years of experience and an associate degree or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience supporting litigation teams and calendaring docket deadlines.
• Associate degree or the combined equivalent of experience and education.
• Bachelor’s degree and Paralegal Certificate preferred.
• Strong analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
• Familiarity with federal and state court procedures and electronic filing requirements.
• Strong technical knowledge of docketing software, including CompuLaw.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook) and document management systems.
• Must effectively prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment.
• Typing proficiency of 75 words per minute.

Responsibilities

• Review pleadings and court filings for response deadlines.
• Verify response dates and deadlines and enter information into the docketing database.
• Track, maintain and update case information stored in the docketing database.
• Perform administrative duties in support of docketing.
• Continually review, research and interpret the rules of civil procedure in state and federal courts.
• Provide proactive support to attorneys and staff to ensure docketing deadlines, court appearances, etc. are integrated into Outlook calendars.
• Maintain and proactively improve processes to ensure accurate entry of docketed deadlines.
• Adhere to all firm policies, procedures, standards and guidelines.
• Additional duties as assigned by the Office of General Counsel Attorneys and/or leadership.

Skills

Litigation docketing

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Team player

Communication skills

Typing 75 wpm

Education

Associate degree

Paralegal Certificate

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

CompuLaw

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

Join Parker Poe, a law firm that has represented many of the Southeast’s largest companies and local governments for more than a century. We are a close-knit team that values each person beyond their role as a lawyer or professional. Along with our structured integration efforts, you will find that mentorship, professional development, and internal referrals develop naturally. If you want to be part of a collaborative team delivering sophisticated legal services while remaining committed to serving our communities, Parker Poe is the place for you.

Parker Poe is seeking a Docketing Paralegal to join our Charlotte or Raleigh Office. The Docketing Paralegal will maintain a regular schedule of 7.5 hours per day, totaling 37.5 hours per week. Additional hours, including overtime, may be required based on business needs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Review pleadings and court filings for response deadlines.
• Verify response dates and deadlines and enter information into the docketing database.
• Track, maintain and update case information stored in the docketing database.
• Perform administrative duties in support of docketing.
• Continually review, research and interpret the rules of civil procedure in state and federal courts.
• Provide proactive support to attorneys and staff to ensure all docketing deadlines, court appearances, etc. are integrated into Outlook calendars.
• Maintain and proactively improve processes to ensure accurate entry of docketed deadlines.
• Adhere to all firm policies, procedures, standards and guidelines.
• Additional duties as assigned by the Office of General Counsel Attorneys and/or leadership.

Requirements:

• Minimum of three years of experience supporting litigation teams and calendaring docket deadlines and an associate degree or the combined equivalent of experience and education.
• Bachelor’s degree and Paralegal Certificate preferred.
• Substantial analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong knowledge of the rules of civil procedure and a comprehensive understanding of civil litigation.
• Familiarity with federal and state court procedures and electronic filing requirements.
• Strong technical knowledge of and experience with docketing software preferred, including CompuLaw.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Outlook, and experienced with document management systems.
• Must effectively prioritize workload and tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be a team player - willing to help other team members during peak time.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Typing proficiency of 75 words per minute.