Litigation Docket Clerk

Morgan Lewis; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) eligibility

Paid time off

Job summary

Morgan Lewis is seeking a Litigation Docket Clerk to support our litigation practice firmwide, with the position based in Philadelphia, Boston, New York, or Washington, D.C. The role requires maintaining the firm's docket system and preparing master calendars. Candidates should have a high school diploma, one year of relevant experience, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

This role offers a hybrid in-office/remote schedule, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and 401(k). Salary varies based on location.

Qualifications

• At least one year of relevant litigation calendaring/docketing experience.
• Understanding of court docketing and calendaring procedures.
• Familiarity with court filings and general rules of court.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the firm’s docket system for litigation attorneys.
• Identify deadlines and prepare a master calendar of due dates.
• Obtain filing information from court clerks and online dockets.

Skills

Written and oral communication skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Docketing software experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

ProLaw

Job description

Position Overview

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP is seeking a Litigation Docket Clerk to support our litigation practice firmwide. The role can be based in New York, Philadelphia, Boston, or Washington, D.C., and will use a hybrid in‑office/remote schedule. Overtime flexibility is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the firm’s docket system for litigation attorneys practicing in multiple courts and jurisdictions.
• Identify pertinent deadlines and prepare a master calendar of due dates for distribution to lawyers and staff.
• Obtain filing information from court clerks and online dockets.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience and Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor’s degree preferred).
• At least one year of relevant litigation calendaring/docketing experience, preferably in a large law firm.
• Understanding of court docketing and calendaring procedures and familiarity with court filings and general rules of court for processing pleadings at the federal, state, and county levels.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong proofreading skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and balance competing demands and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced professional environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to adapt to new software programs.
• Experience with ProLaw or comparable docketing software is a plus.

Compensation and Benefits

The base salary or hourly wage range varies by location:

• Boston, MA: $53,200.00 – $85,150.00
• New York, NY: $57,900.00 – $92,550.00
• Washington, DC: $55,500.00 – $88,800.00

The final salary will be determined during the interview process and may be outside of these ranges based on factors such as experience and market conditions. Compensation may also include a comprehensive benefits package that can include medical, financial, and other benefits such as 401(k) eligibility and paid time off (vacation, sick time, and parental leave).

Equal Employment Opportunity

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value inclusion and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

If hired, your employment relationship with the firm will be on an “at‑will” basis, meaning that either the firm or the employee may terminate the relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without advance notice.