Litigation Docket Specialist - Detail-Oriented Support

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

Job summary

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is seeking an entry-level Litigation Docket Specialist in California. The role focuses on reviewing emails, drafting responses, and performing docketing updates within firm systems to support case teams.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree and 0–2 years of relevant experience, with emphasis on attention to detail, communication, and ability to work independently in a fast-paced legal environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• 0 to 2 years of relevant experience required.
• Ability to manage multiple/simultaneous requests and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of entry level litigation docketing and calendaring processes.
• Ability to communicate basic litigation processes to case teams and attorneys.
• Must work independently and collaboratively in a competitive environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and research/analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Review emails and requests received and draft appropriate responses to attorneys and Firm administration.
• Perform entry level docketing and calendar updates within Firm docketing software.
• Communicate with case teams on various litigation related matters.
• Assist with and train on basic electronic filing in federal and state jurisdictions.
• Perform due diligence litigation docket searches.
• Perform quality checks on docket entries.
• Escalate complex docketing questions to Senior Docketing Specialist.
• Communicate with court personnel via phone and email as necessary.
• Selectively bill time as authorized by partners.
• Confer with outside vendors for retrieval of legal documents and transcripts.
• Support the litigation support team with administrative and operational tasks as related to docketing and case tracking.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Research & analysis

Multitasking

Independent and collaborative work

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Docketing software

PACER

Milana

CasePortal

Bloomberg

LexisNexis

Job description

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is seeking an entry-level Litigation Docket Specialist in California. The role focuses on reviewing emails, drafting responses, and performing docketing updates within firm systems to support case teams.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree and 0–2 years of relevant experience, with emphasis on attention to detail, communication, and ability to work independently in a fast-paced legal environment.