Docketing Specialist (Litigation) - Remote Option Available

Akerman-LL; Dallas (TX); Remote; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Akerman is seeking a Litigation Docketing Specialist to manage timely calendaring across federal, appellate, and state courts nationwide. The role covers all U.S. jurisdictions with remote option, reporting to the Docketing Manager.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree and 5–7 years of docketing experience, plus strong Microsoft Office and CompuLaw familiarity. Excellent communication and multitasking skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5–7 years of docketing experience.
• Proficient with rules-based docketing.
• Advanced MS Word, Excel, Outlook skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Experience with CompuLaw preferred.
• Knowledge of Bankruptcy courts required.

Responsibilities

• Handle docketing, including calendaring deadlines in federal, appellate and state courts nationwide.
• Review documents and emails to determine deadlines and apply key codes in the docketing system.
• Respond to case teams to ensure docket entries are accurate.
• Answer procedural questions related to date calculations.
• Assist in investigating docket issues and respond to inquiries from attorneys.
• Conduct electronic research of court cases to maintain an accurate record.
• Learn and demonstrate knowledge of court rules and procedures across jurisdictions.
• Assist with special projects as assigned by the Docketing Manager.

Skills

Docketing knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 5-7 years docket experience

Tools

CompuLaw

Microsoft Office

Job description

Docketing Specialist (Litigation) - Remote Option Available

Job Category: Docketing

Requisition Number: DOCKE004027

• Posted : September 29, 2026
• Full-Time

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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

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