Litigation Docketing Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Our client is seeking a senior-level Litigation Docketing Specialist to support its Cincinnati legal team. This role requires advanced expertise in rule-based calendaring systems, strong knowledge of litigation procedures, and the ability to lead, train and support docketing staff while maintaining accuracy and compliance across multiple jurisdictions.

The Litigation Docketing Specialist will interpret legal documents, identify critical deadlines, maintain accurate docket information and support litigation teams with reliable calendaring and reporting. The role also monitors court-rule changes, supports procedural training and works closely with attorneys, staff, court personnel and docketing leadership.

Onsite / No Remote. Systems: CompuLaw / CourtAlert.

Key Responsibilities:

- Interpret legal documents and identify critical litigation dates

- Create and update events in Aderant CompuLaw

- Calculate deadlines manually when required

- Maintain precise docket data and generate litigation reports

- Research federal, state and local court rules and procedures

- Track procedural and court-rule changes

- Develop training materials and mentor docketing staff

- Collaborate with attorneys, staff and court personnel

- Support the Docketing Manager with special projects and firm-wide initiatives

What You'll Need:

- 5+ years of litigation docketing experience

- Experience with CompuLaw, CourtAlert or eDockets

- Strong knowledge of litigation processes and court rules

- Advanced accuracy in rule-based calendaring and deadline calculation

- Strong Microsoft Office skills

- Relativity Certified Administrator credential preferred

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills

- Ability to perform accurately under tight deadlines

- Leadership, training and team-support capabilities

Compensation: $58,000-$75,000 annual salary.