Docketing Specialist

Perkins Coie LLP; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 71,470 - 135,540; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

20 days paid time off annually

Up to 10 paid holidays

Family care benefits

Job summary

Perkins Coie LLP in Austin, Texas is seeking a Litigation Docketing Specialist responsible for providing accurate docketing coverage across nationally located offices. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of relevant experience, preferably in a law firm. Key responsibilities include monitoring inboxes, reviewing filings, and supporting attorneys with docketing processes.

The role requires excellent communication skills, proficiency in MS Office, and the ability to thrive under pressure. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package with annual discretionary bonuses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and relevant experience required.
• 2 to 4 years of docketing or legal support experience preferred.
• Experience in a law firm preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide docketing coverage for national offices.
• Monitor inboxes for docketing entries and coordinate.
• Review litigation and business filings for deadlines.
• Enter and update docket entries accurately.
• Produce various docket reports.
• Troubleshoot docket concerns and provide support.
• Assist Litigation Docketing Supervisor as needed.

Skills

Ability to manage multiple details and prioritize

Ability to function effectively as a team

Ability to interact professionally with firm personnel

Ability to work well under pressure

Type 55 wpm

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Functional knowledge of standard MS Office applications

Knowledge of litigation and business court filings

Education

Bachelor's degree

2 to 4 years of docketing or relevant experience

Tools

Docketing software (CompuLaw, CourtAlert)

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

Under minimal supervision, the Litigation Docketing Specialist will provide docketing coverage for nationally located offices in a timely and accurate fashion. We will provide backup coverage as needed in assisting other docketing specialists with firm-wide docketing.

Essential Functions

• Monitor office specific inboxes for receipt of docketing entries and coordinate with those who send entries as needed.
• Review litigation and business filings to determine deadlines.
• Enter and update docket entries.
• Produce various docket reports.
• Troubleshoot docket concerns and issues.
• Provide ongoing information and technical support to attorneys, legal staff and administrative staff throughout the firm concerning the specific policies and general mechanics relating to the docketing process.
• Provide backup assistance to Litigation Docketing Supervisor as needed.
• Be present at work during regularly scheduled working hours and as needed in the job position, consistent with the Firm's attendance expectations.

Specific Skills Required

• Ability to manage multiple details and prioritize.
• Ability to function effectively as a team while maintaining accuracy of detail.
• Ability to interact with all levels of firm personnel with professionalism.
• Ability to work well under pressure and skills in time management.
• Ability to accurately type 55 wpm, excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong command of the English language, including excellent spelling, grammar, punctuation, and knowledge of Firm's form and style.
• Functional knowledge of standard MS Office applications.
• Working knowledge of all litigation and business court filings.

Specific Skills Preferred

• Experience with docketing software such as CompuLaw and CourtAlert.
• Proficiencies in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Education and Experience

• Requires a bachelor's degree and between 2 and 4 years of docketing or relevant legal support or database experience, or equivalent.
• Experience in a law firm preferred.

This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, 401(k) plan, medical, dental, and vision insurance, accrued paid time off plan starting at 20 days annually, personal medical and parental leave, up to 10 paid holidays, and family care benefits. More information regarding benefits and programs may be found here.

This position may be filled in the following location(s). The listed compensation range reflects the typical pay for this role, though it is rare for new hires to receive an offer at the top of the range. Actual compensation may vary depending on experience, skills, market conditions, and internal equity.

San Francisco Bay Area compensation range: $91,220 to $135,540 annually

Colorado compensation range: $71,470 to $106,190 annually

Illinois compensation range: $75,430 to $112,080 annually

Los Angeles compensation range: $83,230 to $123,670 annually

San Diego compensation range: $82,180 to $122,100 annually

New York compensation range: $82,930 to $123,220 annually

Washington state compensation range: $75,390 to $112,020 annually

Washington, D.C., compensation range: $81,420 to $120,980 annually