Litigation Docket Specialist

Job Summary & ObjectivesThe Litigation Docket Specialist is responsible for performing entry level litigation-related services for the Firm and possessing basic knowledge of litigation practices. This role helps track case deadlines, update case information, and monitor court filings to ensure important dates are recorded accurately.Essential Job Duties & ResponsibilitiesReview emails and requests received and draft appropriate responses to attorneys and Firm administrationPerform entry level docketing and calendar updates within Firm docketing softwareCommunicate with case teams on various litigation related mattersAssist with and train on basic electronic filing in federal and state jurisdictionsPerform due diligence litigation docket searchesPerform quality checks on docket entriesEscalate complex docketing questions or issues to Senior Docketing SpecialistCommunicate with court personnel via phone and email, as necessarySelectively bill time as authorized by partnersConfer with outside vendors for retrieval of legal documents and transcriptsSupport the litigation support team with administrative and operational tasks as related to docketing and case trackingPerform other duties as assignedEducationRequiredBachelor’s degree is requiredPreferredSkills and ExperienceRequired0 to 2 years of relevant experience requiredAbility to manage multiple/simultaneous requests, assign priorities and achieve solutions within deadlinesKnowledge of the entry level litigation docketing and calendaring processAbility to communicate basic litigation processes to case team and attorneysMust be able to work independently and collaboratively in a highly competitive and demanding environmentStrong attention to detail and self-motivated to produce accurate, timely and complete work productStrong written and verbal communication skills and excellent research and analytical skillsP referredKnowledge of various court websites, docket searching and document retrieval databases (i.e., PACER, Milana, CasePortal, Bloomberg, and Lexis/Nexis)Knowledge of basic filing procedures in federal and state courtsSalary InformationNY Only: The estimated base salary range for this position is $60,000 to $75,000 at the time of posting.The actual salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. This role is non-exempt meaning it is overtime pay eligible.Simpson Thacher will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.Privacy NoticeFor information about how Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP collects and processes your personal information, please refer to our Privacy Notice available at .Simpson Thacher & Bartlett is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. The Firm prohibits discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other legally protected status. This Policy pertains to every aspect of an individual’s relationship with the Firm, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training and development, promotion, transfer, discipline, termination, and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment.#LI-Hybrid #J-18808-Ljbffr Simpson-Thacher-