Hybrid Litigation Docket Clerk — Detail‑Driven

Morgan Lewis; United States; Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) plan

Parental leave

Vacation and holiday leave

Job summary

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP in the United States is seeking a Litigation Docket Clerk to support its expansive litigation practice across multiple jurisdictions. The role offers a hybrid in-office/remote schedule and may reside in several offices including Boston, Chicago, New York, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, or Washington, D.C.

You will maintain the firm’s docket system, obtain filing information, identify deadlines, and prepare master calendars for lawyers and staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• At least one year of litigation calendaring/docketing experience.
• Understanding of court docketing procedures and familiarity with court filings.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong proofreading skills and attention to detail.
• Team player with the ability to prioritize deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn new software; CompuLaw a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the firm’s docket system for litigation across multiple courts and jurisdictions.
• Obtain filing information from court clerks and online dockets.
• Identify deadlines and prepare master calendars for distribution to lawyers and staff.
• Research deadlines, local rules, and procedures as requested by attorneys and staff.
• Respond to requests regarding calendared events and modifications to the docket.
• Assist with ad hoc duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Proofreading

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

CompuLaw

Job description

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP in the United States is seeking a Litigation Docket Clerk to support its expansive litigation practice across multiple jurisdictions. The role offers a hybrid in-office/remote schedule and may reside in several offices including Boston, Chicago, New York, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, or Washington, D.C.

You will maintain the firm’s docket system, obtain filing information, identify deadlines, and prepare master calendars for lawyers and staff.