Remote Litigation Docketing Specialist

McDermott Will & Schulte LLP; Los Angeles (CA); Remote; USD 87,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

McDermott Will & Schulte LLP in Los Angeles is seeking a Litigation Docketing Specialist to monitor and update cases in the docketing system. You will identify, docket, and manage deadlines, supporting attorneys and staff in a fast-paced litigation practice.

Requirements include an associate degree or equivalent, 3+ years of docketing experience, and strong knowledge of California Superior Court rules. This role can be full remote with a competitive total rewards package.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least three (3) years of related work experience.
• Advanced knowledge of docket procedures and practices.
• Advanced knowledge of courts and agencies and their applicable rules.
• Advanced knowledge of pleading processes and filing procedures, especially for California Superior Court.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite and docket systems (Compulaw and Milana).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain docket diary for attorneys' cases using computerized system with deadline alerts.
• Create, administer, and maintain policies related to pleadings and filing requirements.
• Review, analyze, and interpret pleadings, court orders, notices, and other legal documents to identify deadlines.
• Prepare and distribute department Litigation Docketing calendar.
• Serve as a resource to attorneys, legal assistants, and staff regarding court rules and docketing procedures.
• Coordinate communication with courts and agencies.
• Assist with development and maintenance of docketing policies and best practices.
• Coordinate with courts, governmental agencies, and outside vendors.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Deadline-driven

Confidentiality handling

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Compulaw

Milana

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

McDermott Will & Schulte LLP in Los Angeles is seeking a Litigation Docketing Specialist to monitor and update cases in the docketing system. You will identify, docket, and manage deadlines, supporting attorneys and staff in a fast-paced litigation practice.

Requirements include an associate degree or equivalent, 3+ years of docketing experience, and strong knowledge of California Superior Court rules. This role can be full remote with a competitive total rewards package.