Docketing Specialist

The Docketing Specialist provides multi‑jurisdictional litigation calendaring and docketing services to litigation teams using the firm’s docketing management software. This role requires deep knowledge of federal, state, and local rules across multiple practice areas, strong data‑management abilities, and experience with BEC Docket Enterprise or similar systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide multi‑jurisdictional litigation calendaring and docketing services to litigation teams.
• Review documents for relevant dates and enter deadlines into the firm’s docketing/calendaring system (BEC or similar), following established policies and procedures.
• Create, review, and distribute calendar and case reports.
• Respond to requests from litigation team members regarding docketed events, deadlines, court procedures, and rules.
• Work independently to identify docketing anomalies and conduct appropriate research to resolve them.
• Assist in investigating docket issues and implement solutions to mitigate future problems.
• Create and maintain documentation for docketing processes, procedures, guidelines, and best practices.
• Provide backup support to Client Service Specialists and Legal Operations Specialists.
• Stay current on industry best practices, docketing system enhancements, and technical considerations; present options to improve efficiency and meet client needs.
• Assist with ad‑hoc projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two‑year college or technical school, **or** an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least two years of litigation docketing experience and/or training.
• Strong knowledge of litigation processes, court rules, and procedures, including electronic research of court case dockets.
• Comprehensive knowledge of department and client guidelines, practices, and procedures.
• Strong data‑management skills; prior hands‑on experience with BEC Docket Enterprise preferred.
• Ability to complete assigned tasks in a timely manner with high quality and attention to detail.
• Effective prioritization, multi‑project management, and deadline‑meeting capabilities.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills with attorneys, clients, and co‑workers.