Litigation Docket Specialist – Early Career Growth

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett is seeking an entry-level Litigation Docket Specialist in California to track case deadlines, update case information, and monitor filings. The role supports the litigation team with docketing and case tracking tasks and may involve basic electronic filing in federal and state courts.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree and has 0–2 years of relevant experience, with strong attention to detail and solid written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to manage multiple requests and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of entry level docketing and calendaring processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review emails and draft responses to attorneys and firm administration.
• Perform entry level docketing and calendar updates.
• Communicate with case teams on litigation matters.
• Assist with basic electronic filing in federal and state courts.
• Perform due diligence docket searches and quality checks.
• Escalate complex questions to Senior Docketing Specialist.
• Communicate with court personnel by phone and email, as needed.
• Confer with outside vendors for retrieval of documents.
• Support litigation support team with docketing and case tracking tasks.
• Bill time as authorized by partners and perform other duties.

Skills

Deadline management

Multi-tasking

Litigation docketing knowledge

Communication (written)

Communication (verbal)

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett is seeking an entry-level Litigation Docket Specialist in California to track case deadlines, update case information, and monitor filings. The role supports the litigation team with docketing and case tracking tasks and may involve basic electronic filing in federal and state courts.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree and has 0–2 years of relevant experience, with strong attention to detail and solid written and verbal communication skills.