Docketing Specialist

About the role

Maintain and update the docketing system to ensure all deadlines are accurately recorded and tracked.
Review and process incoming correspondence to identify relevant deadlines and actions.
Collaborate with attorneys and legal staff to provide timely updates on case statuses and deadlines.
Generate and distribute reports to ensure compliance with court rules and procedures.
Assist with electronic filing of legal documents in various courts and jurisdictions.
Monitor changes in court rules and procedures, updating internal processes as necessary.
Provide training and support to team members on the docketing system and related procedures.
Ensure data integrity and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update the docketing system to ensure all deadlines are accurately recorded and tracked.
• Review and process incoming correspondence to identify relevant deadlines and actions.
• Collaborate with attorneys and legal staff to provide timely updates on case statuses and deadlines.
• Generate and distribute reports to ensure compliance with court rules and procedures.
• Assist with electronic filing of legal documents in various courts and jurisdictions.
• Monitor changes in court rules and procedures, updating internal processes as necessary.
• Provide training and support to team members on the docketing system and related procedures.
• Ensure data integrity and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate preferred (extensive docketing experience will be considered in place of educational preferences).
• Minimum of 5 years of litigation docketing experience within a law firm setting.
• Experience using rules-based docketing software such as Milana, e-Dockets, CompuLaw or CourtAlert.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively.
• Knowledge of court procedures and rules across various jurisdictions.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.

Qualifications

• None specified

Skills

• Attention to detail
• Communication skills
• Data management
• Problem-solving
• Process improvement

Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from $78,000 to $85,000 USD annually.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health and retirement plans.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within the legal field.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment in New York.
• Exposure to diverse and engaging legal cases.

Pay

• Competitive salary ranging from $78,000 to $85,000 USD annually.

Schedule

• Not specified