Role Description
Under minimal supervision, the Litigation Docketing Specialist will provide docketing coverage for nationally located offices in a timely and accurate fashion. We will provide backup coverage as needed in assisting other docketing specialists with firm-wide docketing. This position is fully remote.
Essential Functions
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Assist in coordinating the docketing process, which includes the following functions:
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Monitor office specific inboxes for receipt of docketing entries and coordinate with those who send entries as needed.
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Review litigation and business filings to determine deadlines.
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Enter and update docket entries.
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Produce various docket reports.
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Troubleshoot docket concerns and issues.
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Provide ongoing information and technical support to attorneys, legal staff and administrative staff throughout the firm concerning the specific policies and general mechanics relating to the docketing process.
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Provide backup assistance to Litigation Docketing Supervisor as needed.
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Be present at work during regularly scheduled working hours and as needed in the job position, consistent with the Firm's attendance expectations.
Qualifications
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Ability to manage multiple details and prioritize.
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Ability to function effectively as a team while maintaining accuracy of detail.
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Ability to interact with all levels of firm personnel with professionalism.
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Ability to work well under pressure and skills in time management.
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Ability to accurately type 55 wpm, excellent written and oral communication skills.
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Strong command of the English language, including excellent spelling, grammar, punctuation, and knowledge of Firm's form and style.
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Functional knowledge of standard MS Office applications.
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Working knowledge of all litigation and business court filings.
Requirements
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Experience with docketing software such as CompuLaw and CourtAlert.
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Proficiencies in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Education and Experience
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Requires a bachelorβs degree and between 2 and 4 years of docketing or relevant legal support or database experience, or equivalent.
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Experience in a law firm preferred.
Benefits
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This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
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401(k) plan.
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
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Accrued paid time off plan starting at 20 days annually.
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Personal medical and parental leave.
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Up to 10 paid holidays.
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Family care benefits.
Compensation
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Colorado compensation range: $71,470 to $106,190 annually.
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Illinois compensation range: $75,430 to $112,080 annually.
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Washington state compensation range: $75,390 to $112,020 annually.
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Washington, D.C., compensation range: $81,420 to $120,980 annually.