Litigation Docket Clerk

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Litigation Docket Clerk to support its litigation practice. This role offers a hybrid work schedule, allowing for flexibility while maintaining a critical function within the firm. The ideal candidate will manage the docket system, ensuring deadlines are met and information is accurately distributed among lawyers and staff. With a focus on detail and communication, this position is perfect for someone looking to thrive in a dynamic legal environment. Join a firm that values diversity and inclusion, and make your mark in the legal field.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of litigation calendaring/docketing experience in a law firm.
• Strong understanding of court docketing and calendaring procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the firm's docket system for litigation lawyers across multiple courts.
• Identify deadlines and prepare a master calendar for distribution.

Skills

Litigation calendaring/docketing

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ProLaw

Docketing software

Job description

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, a leading global law firm with offices across North America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, is seeking to hire a Litigation Docket Clerk to support our litigation practice firmwide. The role is based in Boston, New York, Philadelphia, or Princeton, with a hybrid work schedule and flexibility for overtime.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Maintaining the firm's docket system for litigation lawyers across multiple courts and jurisdictions.
2. Identifying pertinent deadlines and preparing a master calendar for distribution to lawyers and staff.
3. Obtaining filing information from court clerks and online dockets.

Qualifications and experience:

1. High school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's degree preferred.
2. At least one year of relevant litigation calendaring/docketing experience, preferably in a large law firm.
3. Understanding of court docketing, calendaring procedures, and familiarity with court filings and rules at federal, state, and county levels.
4. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
5. Strong proofreading skills and attention to detail.
6. Team player with interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships.
7. Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
8. Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with ProLaw or similar docketing software is a plus.

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In New York, NY, the salary range is $57,900.00 - $92,550.00.

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities and consider all qualified applicants regardless of protected characteristics.

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If hired, employment is at-will, and either party may terminate the relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to applicable law.