Litigation Docketing Specialist

Overview

A leading law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Docketing Specialist to support the firm's litigation teams by managing and maintaining critical case deadlines. This role is responsible for accurately updating the firm's docketing system, calculating deadlines, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local court rules. The Specialist will work closely with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to help manage litigation schedules and minimize risk through precise docket management.

Responsibilities

• Monitor docketing inboxes and coordinate with case teams regarding docketing requests.

• Review and analyze filings and related documents to calculate and enter key deadlines into the firm's docketing system.

• Research court rules and procedural requirements when needed to ensure accurate deadline calculations.

• Maintain and update docket entries while ensuring strong quality control and accuracy.

• Generate and distribute docket reports and deadline summaries to attorneys and litigation teams.

• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to clarify deadlines and scheduling questions.

• Maintain knowledge of federal, state, and local court rules and civil procedure requirements.

• Participate in training sessions and support firmwide docketing initiatives.

• Maintain strict confidentiality while handling sensitive case information.