Docket Specialist

Responsibilities

• Calendar deadlines in the Firm’s electronic docketing system and apply rules-based trigger technology where appropriate.
• Generate reports and provide case information from the courts or the firm’s electronic docket system to Case Teams.
• Provide court processes and procedural information to attorneys and legal support.
• Perform court case research.
• Respond to all inquiries made by secretaries and attorneys relating to Docket.
• Assist with other docket-related projects/assignments to facilitate cross-office support.
• Perform responsibilities in compliance with Firm standards and Department procedures.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to draw accurate conclusions from complex sets of information.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interface with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent professional work ethic, initiative, and customer service skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to work within tight deadlines and provide off hours (evenings, weekends, and holidays) support if needed.
• Prior 2 years of litigation docketing experience using a rules-based docket system (CompuLaw, CourtAlert, eDockets) preferred.
• Prior understanding of the litigation and appellate processes and court rules preferred.
• Prior working knowledge of federal and state court processes and procedures preferred.