Legal Admin - Court Calendar/ Docket

Legal Administrative Assistant –

Court Calendaring & Docketing | Memphis, TN | Full-Time, In-Office

Mendelson Law Firm is an established, fast-paced Memphis law firm serving clients in creditors’ rights, civil litigation, collections, landlord-tenant matters, and commercial litigation. We are seeking an organized, dependable legal administrative professional to support our court calendaring and docketing operations.

Key Responsibilities

· Maintain accurate calendars for hearings, trials, motions, and other court appearances.

· Monitor case dockets, court notices, filing requirements, and litigation deadlines.

· Enter and update settings, deadlines, hearing results, and case information in the firm’s case management system.

· Coordinate with court clerks, attorneys, and staff to confirm settings and resolve scheduling issues.

· Track court filings and assist with organizing related litigation documents.

· Review upcoming settings and alert attorneys and staff to deadlines and preparation needs.

· Identify discrepancies in case records and promptly follow up to resolve them.

· Maintain timely, complete electronic case notes and provide general litigation administrative support.

Qualifications

· Prior law firm, court clerk, or legal administrative experience preferred.

· Court calendaring, docketing, or litigation support experience is a plus.

· Excellent organization, attention to detail, and deadline-management skills.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and ability to learn case management software.

· Clear written and verbal communication; ability to work independently and collaboratively.

· Professionalism, reliability, discretion, and commitment to confidentiality.

· High school diploma or equivalent required; further legal administrative training preferred.

Our benefits include:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid Time Off
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Opportunities for advancement