Entry-Level Litigation Docket Specialist

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP in San Francisco, CA is seeking an entry-level Litigation Docket Specialist to support case tracking, deadlines, and court filings, with a focus on docketing and updates.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 0–2 years of related experience, strong attention to detail, and excellent written and verbal communication. You will work both independently and with case teams in a fast-paced environment; overtime may apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple requests and meet deadlines; detail-oriented and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Review emails and draft responses to attorneys and administration.
• Perform entry level docketing and calendar updates in firm docketing software.
• Communicate with case teams on litigation matters.
• Assist with electronic filing in federal and state courts.
• Perform basic docket searches and quality checks on docket entries.
• Escalate complex issues to Senior Docketing Specialist.
• Bill time as authorized by partners.
• Coordinate with outside vendors for document retrieval.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PACER

Milana

CasePortal

Bloomberg

LexisNexis

Job description

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP in San Francisco, CA is seeking an entry-level Litigation Docket Specialist to support case tracking, deadlines, and court filings, with a focus on docketing and updates.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 0–2 years of related experience, strong attention to detail, and excellent written and verbal communication. You will work both independently and with case teams in a fast-paced environment; overtime may apply.