Docket Specialist

About the role

Tucker Ellis LLP is seeking an experienced Docket Specialist to join the Litigation Department in St. Louis, Missouri. The role supports the firm by managing and maintaining the litigation calendar and docketing system to ensure compliance with court rules and deadlines. The position is primarily remote but requires the candidate to reside within 60 miles of the St. Louis office and be willing to work onsite periodically for meetings, training, collaboration, and other business needs.

Responsibilities

• Enter, track, and monitor all critical dates, deadlines, and events for litigation matters in accordance with local, state, and federal court rules.
• Review and analyze court filings, correspondence, and orders to ensure accurate docket entries.
• Maintain and update the firm’s docketing database, verifying accuracy and completeness of data.
• Distribute daily and weekly docket reports to attorneys, paralegals, and staff.
• Research and interpret applicable procedural rules to confirm correct calculation of deadlines.
• Communicate regularly with attorneys and staff to ensure timely awareness of upcoming due dates.
• Support the development and maintenance of docketing procedures and best practices.
• Assist with training new users on docketing systems and processes as needed.
• Coordinate with IT and practice support teams to resolve docketing or software-related issues.
• Perform other administrative or litigation support duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of docketing experience in a law firm environment supporting litigation (IP docketing alone does not satisfy this requirement).
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Strong knowledge of state, federal, and appellate court rules and procedures.
• Experience using docketing or calendaring systems such as CourtAlert is highly desirable.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with ability to manage high volumes of deadlines and data.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and follow‑through.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) and PDF editing software.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with attorneys, paralegals, and administrative staff.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Must reside in the St. Louis metropolitan area.
• Must be willing and able to work onsite at the St. Louis office periodically as business needs require.

Benefits

• Day 1 Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• HSA: Annual HSA contribution.
• Paid Time Off: PTO begins to accumulate immediately, plus paid holidays.
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan with a profit‑sharing contribution.
• Monthly Contributions: Technology stipend.