Litigation Docket & Case Tracking Specialist

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

Job summary

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is seeking an entry level Litigation Docket Specialist to support docketing and case tracking. You will review emails, draft responses, and perform basic docketing and calendar updates in our firm systems.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 0–2 years of relevant experience, with strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Training on electronic filing and vendor coordination is provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• 0 to 2 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to manage multiple/simultaneous requests and deadlines.
• Knowledge of the entry level litigation docketing and calendaring process.
• Ability to communicate basic litigation processes to case teams and attorneys.

Responsibilities

• Review emails and requests and draft responses to attorneys and Firm administration.
• Perform entry level docketing and calendar updates in Firm docketing software.
• Communicate with case teams on litigation matters.
• Assist with and train on basic electronic filing in federal and state jurisdictions.
• Perform quality checks on docket entries.
• Escalate complex docketing questions to Senior Docketing Specialist.
• Communicate with court personnel via phone and email.
• Bill time as authorized by partners.
• Retrieval of legal documents and transcripts from vendors.
• Support litigation support with administrative tasks related to docketing and case tracking.

Skills

Docketing basics

Multitasking

Communication

Attention to detail

Research skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PACER

CasePortal

Bloomberg

LexisNexis

Job description

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is seeking an entry level Litigation Docket Specialist to support docketing and case tracking. You will review emails, draft responses, and perform basic docketing and calendar updates in our firm systems.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 0–2 years of relevant experience, with strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Training on electronic filing and vendor coordination is provided.