Docket Clerk

Description of Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate calendaring and docketing using the Firm’s centralized calendaring/docketing software (Prolaw; transitioning to Milana).
• Review court filings and incoming documents to identify, calculate, and calendar critical deadlines and key dates.
• Retrieve court documents and maintain related docketing databases and matter records.
• Monitor court dockets for updates and ensure all calendar entries and deadlines remain current.
• Run and distribute docketing and calendar reports as needed.
• Conduct case and docket research using docketing software, online court resources, and internet tools.
• Provide litigation support to attorneys by tracking and communicating deadlines, filings, and scheduling details.
• Cook up with attorneys, paralegals, legal secretaries, and staff regarding docketing procedures, calendaring research, and deadline questions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of two years of docketing experience in a law firm environment.
• Prior experience utilizing docketing programs, including in particular Prolaw, Compulaw, and Milana.
• Proven track record of strong customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat is required.
• An understanding of court docketing and calendaring procedures and familiarity with court filings and general rules of court for processing pleadings.
• Excellent organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong level of knowledge of court rules and procedures in California state and federal courts.
• Strong research ability and knowledge of court rules and procedures.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and effectively.
• Flexibility to work overtime and weekends, based on department needs, is required.

Compensation

The annual compensation range for this position is $75,000.00 to $95,000.00. The salary offered within this range will depend upon qualifications and experience.