Litigation Docketing Specialist
Faegre Drinker · Philadelphia, PA · 3 wk ago
Hybrid$36.74–$41.06/hrFull-time
We need to output HTML fragment with sections: headings for sections like About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. Only include sections if posting has real specific content. We must not repeat job title as heading. No Job ID etc. Remove boilerplate. Preserve all substantive info.
We need to parse the posting.
Content:
Intro paragraph: "Faegre Drinker is a firm designed for clients and designed for you. We understand that our people are critical to our success and we are committed to investing in our paraprofessional, administrative and operations professionals. We are always looking for talented, service-focused individuals to join our flexible and high-performing culture. With technology tools and resources that support our hybrid work environment, our colleagues enjoy a culture of learning, support for work and personal goals, opportunities to give back to our communities, and competitive benefits and rewards programs. At Faegre Drinker, you will have the opportunity to share your expertise within and across teams and contribute to our success."
That's about the firm, could be "About the role"? Actually "About the role" is typical heading for description of role. But we have a "Job Description Summary" then details.
We need sections: maybe "About the role" (summary), "Responsibilities", "Requirements", "Qualifications", "Skills", "Benefits", "Pay", "Schedule". We must only include sections if there is real specific content.
Let's extract:
Job Description Summary: "Faegre Drinker has an opportunity for a Litigation Docketing Specialist to work with our Technology, Information Security & Information Governance team in our Philadelphia, New York City, Boulder, Dallas, Los Angeles or Washington, D.C. offices. You will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to assisting in all aspects of docket department duties and utilization of computerized docket system. This position will work with other talented individuals who share a passion for doing great work in the best interest of our clients."
That's about the role.
Job Description "What you would do:" list bullet points:
- Review, analyze, and process incoming notifications from courts, administrative agencies, clients and counsel
- Review docketing information in CourtAlert software, including analysis of updated docket records, to ensure correct assessment of deadlines and accuracy of database
- Prepare and distribute daily, weekly, and monthly docket reports
- Respond to department emails and phone inquiries from attorneys, paralegals and legal assistants regarding matter calendars and court procedures
- Conduct docket orientation and training of new staff
- Other duties and projects as assigned
That's responsibilities.
"What Is Expected": list of abilities:
- Ability to problem-solve
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively in a virtual environment (e.g., via phone, web/videoconference)
- Ability to concentrate on tasks, make decisions and work calmly and effectively in a high-pressure, deadline-orientated environment
- Demonstrated ability to use good judgment in taking initiative while asking for direction or clarification and consulting others, as appropriate
- Willingness to be flexible with time and adjust to a changing work environment
- Ability to build and maintain positive relationships, both internally and externally, while maintaining a client service orientation
- Ability to use sound judgment and discretion in dealing with highly confidential information
- Ability to take direction and accept supervision
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, organize and accurately prioritize work, be detail-oriented, understand when urgency is required and use good judgment in varied situations
- Ability to work effectively with co-workers in a team oriented collaborative environment
These could be "Requirements" or "Qualifications" or "Skills". The posting also has "What Is Required" section:
- Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate or at least 4 years of law firm docketing experience in lieu of a degree.
- Extensive knowledge of and experience working within an industry standard docketing software
- Minimum of two years of docket experience at a law firm
- Knowledge of Federal and State and Local rules
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
- Knowledge of California State and Local rules
That's qualifications/requirements.
"What We Offer": list:
- Flexible working environment for work-life success
- Opportunity to participate in firm-sponsored volunteer events
- Wellness programming with personalized content and activities
- Professional environment and the opportunity to work with experts at the top of their fields
- Variety of health plan options, as well as dental, vision and 401(k) plans
- Generous paid time off
That's benefits.
Pay: "The anticipated initial hourly rate for someone who is hired into this position is $36.74 – $41.06/hour annually based on a 37.5 hour a week schedule. Actual initial hourly rate may be above or below the above-identified range and will be based on the relevant skills, training, experience, and other job-related factors, including the location where the position is filled, in all cases consistent with applicable law. This is a non-exempt role paid on an hourly basis with a 37.5-hour schedule work week. The initial hourly rate listed above is just one component of Faegre Drinker's total compensation and benefits package for professional staff, which includes, but is not limited to, a discretionary bonus; life, health, accident, and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan."
Schedule: "37.5 hour a week schedule", "non-exempt role paid on an hourly basis with a 37.5-hour schedule work week". So schedule is 37.5 hours per week.
We need to decide sections.
We have:
- About the role (summary)
- Responsibilities (What you would do)
- Requirements (What Is Required) maybe also Qualifications.
- Skills (What Is Expected) maybe combine with Requirements? But we can separate: Requirements (education/experience), Skills (abilities). However guidelines: prefer few substantive sections over many thin ones. Could combine Requirements and Skills into one "Requirements" section? But they ask to use headings for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). We can include multiple if content exists.
We need to avoid filler like "commensurate with experience". Not present.
We must not repeat job title as heading. So no
for sections like About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. Only include sections if posting has real specific content. We must not repeat job title as heading. No Job ID etc. Remove boilerplate. Preserve all substantive info.
We need to parse the posting.
Content:
Intro paragraph: "Faegre Drinker is a firm designed for clients and designed for you. We understand that our people are critical to our success and we are committed to investing in our paraprofessional, administrative and operations professionals. We are always looking for talented, service-focused individuals to join our flexible and high-performing culture. With technology tools and resources that support our hybrid work environment, our colleagues enjoy a culture of learning, support for work and personal goals, opportunities to give back to our communities, and competitive benefits and rewards programs. At Faegre Drinker, you will have the opportunity to share your expertise within and across teams and contribute to our success."
That's about the firm, could be "About the role"? Actually "About the role" is typical heading for description of role. But we have a "Job Description Summary" then details.
We need sections: maybe "About the role" (summary), "Responsibilities", "Requirements", "Qualifications", "Skills", "Benefits", "Pay", "Schedule". We must only include sections if there is real specific content.
Let's extract:
Job Description Summary: "Faegre Drinker has an opportunity for a Litigation Docketing Specialist to work with our Technology, Information Security & Information Governance team in our Philadelphia, New York City, Boulder, Dallas, Los Angeles or Washington, D.C. offices. You will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to assisting in all aspects of docket department duties and utilization of computerized docket system. This position will work with other talented individuals who share a passion for doing great work in the best interest of our clients."
That's about the role.
Job Description "What you would do:" list bullet points:
- Review, analyze, and process incoming notifications from courts, administrative agencies, clients and counsel
- Review docketing information in CourtAlert software, including analysis of updated docket records, to ensure correct assessment of deadlines and accuracy of database
- Prepare and distribute daily, weekly, and monthly docket reports
- Respond to department emails and phone inquiries from attorneys, paralegals and legal assistants regarding matter calendars and court procedures
- Conduct docket orientation and training of new staff
- Other duties and projects as assigned
That's responsibilities.
"What Is Expected": list of abilities:
- Ability to problem-solve
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively in a virtual environment (e.g., via phone, web/videoconference)
- Ability to concentrate on tasks, make decisions and work calmly and effectively in a high-pressure, deadline-orientated environment
- Demonstrated ability to use good judgment in taking initiative while asking for direction or clarification and consulting others, as appropriate
- Willingness to be flexible with time and adjust to a changing work environment
- Ability to build and maintain positive relationships, both internally and externally, while maintaining a client service orientation
- Ability to use sound judgment and discretion in dealing with highly confidential information
- Ability to take direction and accept supervision
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, organize and accurately prioritize work, be detail-oriented, understand when urgency is required and use good judgment in varied situations
- Ability to work effectively with co-workers in a team oriented collaborative environment
These could be "Requirements" or "Qualifications" or "Skills". The posting also has "What Is Required" section:
- Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate or at least 4 years of law firm docketing experience in lieu of a degree.
- Extensive knowledge of and experience working within an industry standard docketing software
- Minimum of two years of docket experience at a law firm
- Knowledge of Federal and State and Local rules
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
- Knowledge of California State and Local rules
That's qualifications/requirements.
"What We Offer": list:
- Flexible working environment for work-life success
- Opportunity to participate in firm-sponsored volunteer events
- Wellness programming with personalized content and activities
- Professional environment and the opportunity to work with experts at the top of their fields
- Variety of health plan options, as well as dental, vision and 401(k) plans
- Generous paid time off
That's benefits.
Pay: "The anticipated initial hourly rate for someone who is hired into this position is $36.74 – $41.06/hour annually based on a 37.5 hour a week schedule. Actual initial hourly rate may be above or below the above-identified range and will be based on the relevant skills, training, experience, and other job-related factors, including the location where the position is filled, in all cases consistent with applicable law. This is a non-exempt role paid on an hourly basis with a 37.5-hour schedule work week. The initial hourly rate listed above is just one component of Faegre Drinker's total compensation and benefits package for professional staff, which includes, but is not limited to, a discretionary bonus; life, health, accident, and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan."
Schedule: "37.5 hour a week schedule", "non-exempt role paid on an hourly basis with a 37.5-hour schedule work week". So schedule is 37.5 hours per week.
We need to decide sections.
We have:
- About the role (summary)
- Responsibilities (What you would do)
- Requirements (What Is Required) maybe also Qualifications.
- Skills (What Is Expected) maybe combine with Requirements? But we can separate: Requirements (education/experience), Skills (abilities). However guidelines: prefer few substantive sections over many thin ones. Could combine Requirements and Skills into one "Requirements" section? But they ask to use headings for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). We can include multiple if content exists.
We need to avoid filler like "commensurate with experience". Not present.
We must not repeat job title as heading. So no Litigation Docketing Specialist.
We must not include Job ID etc.
We must remove boilerplate: EEO, E-Verify, application deadline, privacy policy, recruiter notice, etc. Also remove "Apply now if you are ready to join the Faegre Drinker team!" and application deadline line. Also remove "Notice to Recruiters..." etc.
We must preserve all substantive information: keep the intro paragraph about firm culture? It's substantive but maybe belongs to "About the role" or could be its own section "About the firm"? Not in list. Could put under "About the role" as part of description.
We need to output only HTML fragment, no /, no markdown.
Thus produce something like:
About the role
About the role
Faegre Drinker is a firm designed for clients and designed for you. We understand that our people are critical to our success and we are committed to investing in our paraprofessional, administrative and operations professionals. We are always looking for talented, service-focused individuals to join our flexible and high-performing culture. With technology tools and resources that support our hybrid work environment, our colleagues enjoy a culture of learning, support for work and personal goals, opportunities to give back to our communities, and competitive benefits and rewards programs. At Faegre Drinker, you will have the opportunity to share your expertise within and across teams and contribute to our success. Faegre Drinker has an opportunity for a Litigation Docketing Specialist to work with our Technology, Information Security & Information Governance team in our Philadelphia, New York City, Boulder, Dallas, Los Angeles or Washington, D.C. offices. You will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to assisting in all aspects of docket department duties and utilization of computerized docket system. This position will work with other talented individuals who share a passion for doing great work in the best interest of our clients.
Responsibilities
- Review, analyze, and process incoming notifications from courts, administrative agencies, clients and counsel
- Review docketing information in CourtAlert software, including analysis of updated docket records, to ensure correct assessment of deadlines and accuracy of database
- Prepare and distribute daily, weekly, and monthly docket reports
- Respond to department emails and phone inquiries from attorneys, paralegals and legal assistants regarding matter calendars and court procedures
- Conduct docket orientation and training of new staff
- Other duties and projects as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate or at least 4 years of law firm docketing experience in lieu of a degree
- Extensive knowledge of and experience working within an industry standard docketing software
- Minimum of two years of docket experience at a law firm
- Knowledge of Federal and State and Local rules
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
- Knowledge of California State and Local rules
Skills
- Ability to problem-solve
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively in a virtual environment (e.g., via phone, web/videoconference)
- Ability to concentrate on tasks, make decisions and work calmly and effectively in a high-pressure, deadline-orientated environment
- Demonstrated ability to use good judgment in taking initiative while asking for direction or clarification and consulting others, as appropriate
- Willingness to be flexible with time and adjust to a changing work environment
- Ability to build and maintain positive relationships, both internally and externally, while maintaining a client service orientation
- Ability to use sound judgment and discretion in dealing with highly confidential information
- Ability to take direction and accept supervision
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, organize and accurately prioritize work, be detail-oriented, understand when urgency is required and use good judgment in varied situations
- Ability to work effectively with co-workers in a team oriented collaborative environment
Benefits
- Flexible working environment for work-life success
- Opportunity to participate in firm-sponsored volunteer events
- Wellness programming with personalized content and activities
- Professional environment and the opportunity to work with experts at the top of their fields
- Variety of health plan options, as well as dental, vision and 401(k) plans
- Generous paid time off
Pay
The anticipated initial hourly rate for someone who is hired into this position is $36.74 – $41.06/hour annually based on a 37.5 hour a week schedule. Actual initial hourly rate may be above or below the above-identified range and will be based on the relevant skills, training, experience, and other job-related factors, including the location where the position is filled, in all cases consistent with applicable law. This is a non-exempt role paid on an hourly basis with a 37.5-hour schedule work week. The initial hourly rate listed above is just one component of Faegre Drinker's total compensation and benefits package for professional staff, which includes, but is not limited to, a discretionary bonus; life, health, accident, and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan.
Schedule
This position follows a 37.5‑hour