Litigation Docket Specialist

About the role

Husch Blackwell LLP is seeking a Litigation Docket Specialist to join our dedicated Docket Team. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and collaborative environment while supporting a diverse and inclusive firm.

Responsibilities

• Independently docket for designated assignment group (multiple offices and/or practice groups)
• Review and comprehend documents submitted to ensure all deadlines are identified and docketed
• Verify jurisdiction, court/venue, and relevant authorities
• Ensure the accuracy of docketed items and deadlines generated
• Create, review, and distribute accurate matter reports
• Research statutory, agency, court, and individual judges' rules and practices and apply them appropriately
• Respond professionally and constructively to requests from timekeepers and staff regarding docketed dates, agency, and court rules and procedures
• Collaborate with the Litigation Docket Manager to continually improve the firm’s docketing best practices, policies, and processes
• Absorb and apply knowledge of litigation processes, court rules, and procedures
• Assist the Docket Team with special projects as needed
• Remain current with developments, procedures, and rules in courts and agencies within the designated assignment group

Requirements

• 2-year degree or Paralegal Certificate required; 4-year degree in related field preferred; or combination of education and commensurate work experience
• 3-5 years of litigation docketing experience with specific experience using CompuLaw Vision preferred
• 3-5 years of litigation experience in various federal and state courts that included calculating and calendaring deadlines
• Strong knowledge of litigation processes, court rules, and procedures
• Proficient knowledge of federal, state, and local court systems, as well as administrative and government agencies
• Ability to research and apply statutory/agency and/or court rules and procedures for any jurisdiction
• Ability to use Pacer.gov, PacerPro, and other legal resources and websites to obtain case dockets, rules, and procedures
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe products, and internet research; ability to prepare, export, edit, filter, sort, search, and reformat large spreadsheets within Excel
• Strong attention to detail, analytical abilities, and resourcefulness
• Ability to adapt to change and balance competing demands in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications

• Commensurate with experience

Skills

• Microsoft Office
• Adobe products
• Internet research
• Excel

Benefits

• Medical and dental coverage
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending account for certain medical and dependent care expenses
• Employee assistance program
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Participation in a retirement plan program after meeting eligibility requirements

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with skill and experience. Exact compensation will vary based on skills, experience, location, and other factors permitted by law.

Schedule

The position may be filled remotely, or in any of our locations.