Litigation Docket Specialist

Jobtailor; California (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a detailed docketing professional to support litigation teams with docketing, calendaring, and deadline tracking across federal, state, and county courts. You will manage the computerized docket system and respond to requests regarding calendared events and court procedures.

The role requires seven years of related experience, strong attention to detail, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and CompuLaw or comparable docketing software.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Understanding of court docketing and calendaring procedures is strongly preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential.
• Strong proofreading skills and exceptional attention to detail are required.
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships.
• Ability to prioritize, balance competing demands and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and adaptability to new software programs.
• CompuLaw or comparable docketing software experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive docket reports to case teams.
• Answer questions and research complex issues as needed.
• Train staff and attorneys on docket software and procedures.
• Maintain the computerized docket system for multiple courts and jurisdictions.
• Review correspondence, pleadings, and notices for deadlines.
• Manage complex docketing tasks, including scheduling orders.
• Respond to requests regarding calendared events, pleadings, and court procedures.

Skills

Docketing procedures

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

CompuLaw

Microsoft Office

Docket Software

Job description

• Provide comprehensive docket reports to case teams
• Answer any questions that may arise and research complex issues
• Train staff and attorneys on the Firm’s docket software and the proper procedures related to docket/calendaring
• Maintain the computerized docket system for litigation attorneys practicing in multiple courts and jurisdictions
• Review correspondence, pleadings, discovery, filings and deposition notices for relevant and pertinent deadlines
• Manage complex, high end docketing work (e.g. scheduling orders)
• Respond to requests regarding calendared events, pleadings, and court procedures
• Research questions from attorneys, paralegals and/or secretaries regarding deadlines
• Train staff and attorneys on the computerized docket system and proper procedures related to docket/calendaring on an ongoing basis
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of seven years of related experience
• An 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 level strongly preferred.
• 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 with a wide range of individuals
• 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
• CompuLaw or comparable docketing software a plus.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in court docketing and calendaring procedures, with a strong focus on managing deadlines and maintaining accurate records. Proficient in training staff on docket software and ensuring compliance with court rules across various jurisdictions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Court Docketing Procedures
• Calendaring Procedures
• CompuLaw Software
• Microsoft Office Proficiency
• Attention to Detail

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Docket Management
• Deadline Tracking
• Legal Research
• Proofreading
• Document Review

Soft Skills

• Excellent Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Team Collaboration
• Time Management
• Problem-Solving

Industry Keywords

• Court Filings
• Pleadings
• Discovery
• Federal Court
• State Court
• County Court

Tools & Technologies

• CompuLaw
• Docket Software
• Microsoft Office