Remote Docketing Specialist (CST Hours)

Strategic Employment; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Central time zone hours

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Strategic Employment is seeking a Docketing Specialist to own comprehensive calendaring for litigation and non-litigation matters. This fully remote role requires candidates in the Central time zone, working Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM CST, ensuring deadlines are tracked and attorneys informed.

You will manage the docketing system, research deadlines, maintain communications with attorneys and staff, and train others on the docketing process.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in a similar docketing role at a law firm
• High school diploma required; post-secondary degree preferred
• Proficient across Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and document management systems
• Substantial experience computing calendar deadlines for state, federal, and appellate courts
• Strong grasp of litigation processes, court rules, and multi-jurisdictional procedures
• Sharp attention to detail and ability to manage shifting priorities without losing accuracy
• Independent judgment and ownership mentality; self-starter
• Familiarity with PACER and Electronic Court Filing (ECF) systems

Responsibilities

• Own the integrity of the firm's automated docket system across matters
• Research court rules and deadlines for filings and appearances
• Maintain close communication with attorneys, paralegals, and assistants
• Escalate calendar issues to leadership before they become deadline risks
• Attach relevant documents to docketing events for reference
• Create, review, and distribute calendar and docket reports
• Update case names, venues, jurisdictions, and responsible attorneys
• Respond to requests regarding calendared events and changes
• Train staff on reading docketing reports and using the docketing application
• Back up fellow docketing team members as needed
• Support litigation department operations day to day

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent judgment

Time management

Communication with attorneys

Education

High school diploma

Post-secondary degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Document management systems

PACER

ECF systems

Job description

Strategic Employment is seeking a Docketing Specialist to own comprehensive calendaring for litigation and non-litigation matters. This fully remote role requires candidates in the Central time zone, working Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM CST, ensuring deadlines are tracked and attorneys informed.

You will manage the docketing system, research deadlines, maintain communications with attorneys and staff, and train others on the docketing process.