Remote Litigation Docketing Specialist for National Courts

Akerman LLP; Orlando, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Akerman LLP is seeking a Litigation Docketing Specialist to manage timely and accurate calendaring in a centralized docketing system (CompuLaw) for federal, appellate, and state courts across the United States. The role supports multiple case teams and reports to the Docketing Manager.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree and 5–7 years of docket experience, with proficiency in CompuLaw and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree and 5-7 years of docket experience.
• Proficient with rules-based docketing.
• Experience with CompuLaw desired, but not required.
• Thorough knowledge of Bankruptcy courts.

Responsibilities

• Handle all facets of docketing, including calendaring deadlines in federal, appellate and state court cases nationwide.
• Review documents, correspondence, and emails to determine deadlines and apply key code entries in the docketing system.
• Respond to case teams to ensure docket entries are accurate.
• Answer procedural questions related to date calculations.
• Assist in the investigation of docket issues and respond to inquiries from attorneys.
• Know how to electronically research court cases to maintain an accurate record.
• Learn and demonstrate knowledge of court rules and procedures in all court systems, including federal, state court jurisdictions, as well as various U.S. and international courts of arbitration.
• Assist with special projects as assigned by Docketing Manager.

Skills

Docketing knowledge

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Time management

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CompuLaw

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Akerman LLP is seeking a Litigation Docketing Specialist to manage timely and accurate calendaring in a centralized docketing system (CompuLaw) for federal, appellate, and state courts across the United States. The role supports multiple case teams and reports to the Docketing Manager.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree and 5–7 years of docket experience, with proficiency in CompuLaw and Microsoft Office.