Docketing Clerk - DTLA

Join a respected law firm where your expertise will play a critical role in the success of a busy litigation practice. We are seeking an experienced Docketing Specialist to manage complex court deadlines, maintain critical calendaring systems, and serve as a trusted resource for attorneys and legal staff. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented Docketing Specialist who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working with multiple jurisdictions, and takes pride in ensuring accuracy and compliance. The ideal Docketing Specialist is highly organized, technologically savvy, and able to manage competing priorities with confidence. If you are a proactive Docketing Specialist looking to join a collaborative team, we encourage you to apply for this Docketing Specialist opportunity.

Requirements & Responsibilities

• Manage the firm's litigation docketing and calendaring systems, including reviewing pleadings, filings, discovery, and depositions to accurately calculate and enter deadlines across multiple courts and jurisdictions.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on court rules, procedures, and filing requirements, assisting attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants with deadline management and e-filing compliance.
• Research court websites, statutes, court codes, and legal databases; maintain court and firm holiday calendars; and distribute accurate weekly calendars to attorneys and staff.
• Utilize CompuLaw, Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, PACER, ShareFile, Westlaw, and e-discovery platforms to support complex docketing functions and ensure timely, accurate case management.
• Associate's degree required (Bachelor's preferred), 3-5 years of law firm litigation docketing experience, strong organizational and proofreading skills, solid employment history, and the ability to work independently in a deadline-driven environment while collaborating effectively with a team.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.