Docketing Specialist (Litigation) - Remote Option Available

Akerman LLP; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Akerman LLP is seeking a Litigation Docketing Specialist to ensure timely and accurate calendaring of cases in the centralized docketing system (CompuLaw) across federal, appellate, and state courts.

This role supports all U.S. jurisdictions under the Docketing Manager, requires a Bachelor’s degree and 5–7 years of docketing experience, advanced MS Office skills, and meticulous attention to deadlines. CompuLaw experience is desirable, as is bankruptcy court knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; 5–7 years as a docket specialist.
• Proficient with rules-based docketing.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Detail oriented with time management to handle multiple tasks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Experience with CompuLaw desirable.
• Thorough knowledge of Bankruptcy courts required.

Responsibilities

• Handle docketing and calendaring deadlines across federal, appellate and state courts nationwide.
• Review documents and emails to apply key docket entries in the firm’s docketing system.
• Coordinate with case teams to ensure accurate docket entries.
• Answer procedural questions related to date calculations.
• Investigate docket issues and respond to attorney inquiries.
• Know how to electronically research court cases to maintain accurate records.
• Learn and demonstrate knowledge of court rules across federal/state systems and arbitral courts.
• Assist with special projects as assigned by Docketing Manager.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree

5-7 years docketing experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

CompuLaw

Job description

Akerman is seeking a Litigation Docketing Specialist. This position is responsible for the timely and accurate calendaring of cases in the centralized litigation docketing system (CompuLaw), responding to calls, emails, and maintaining the docketing inbox. This role provides docketing coverage for all U.S. jurisdictions in a timely and accurate fashion. This position works under the direct supervision of the Docketing Manager.

Responsibilities

• Handle all facets of docketing, including calendaring deadlines in federal, appellate and state court cases nationwide;
• Review documents, correspondence, and e-mails to determine deadlines and apply applicable key code entries in the Firm’s docketing system;
• Respond to case teams to ensure that docket entries are accurate;
• Answer procedural questions related to date calculations;
• Assist in the investigation of docket issues and respond to procedural inquiries from attorneys;
• Know how to electronically research court cases to maintain an accurate record;
• Responsible for learning and demonstrating knowledge of court rules and procedures in all court systems, including federal and state court jurisdictions, as well as various U.S. and international courts of arbitration; and
• Assist with special projects as assigned by Docketing Manager.

Education And Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree and 5-7 years of experience as a docket specialist
• Proficient with rules based docketing
• Computer proficient with advanced skills in all Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel and Outlook) required
• A detail oriented skill set and have the ability to budget time efficiently while handling multiple tasks
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to interpret and analyze information
• Experience with CompuLaw desired, but not required
• Thorough knowledge of Bankruptcy courts (required)

We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package. EOE