Docket Specialist, Litigation

Dentons US LLP is recruiting for a General/Litigation Docket Specialist. While this position will be part of a national docketing team, specific knowledge of California state/local rules and experience electronic filing with local courts is required. This is a remote position that will support CA offices. This position will report to the Manager, Litigation Docket.

Responsibilities

•  Enter data into the firm's docketing and calendar system.

•  Calculate rule-based litigation deadlines.

•  Generate docket reports and queries as requested by attorneys, paralegals and legal  administrative assistants.

•  Monitor cases with the use of various online resources.

•  Handle all inquiries from attorneys, paralegals and secretaries in a timely and efficient manner.

•  Assist with service of court documents.

•  Perform electronic court filings in Federal, State and Appellate Courts.

•  Other duties as assigned to fully meet the requirements of the position.

Experience and Qualifications

•  Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

•  Minimum 3 years docketing experience required.

•  Knowledge of basic litigation docketing, calendaring and Civil Procedure.

•  Experience utilizing docketing software such as Milana, eDockets, etc.

•  Knowledge of various court websites, docket searching and document retrieval databases (PACER, File & ServeXpress, etc.).

•  Strong knowledge of state and federal court rules and filing procedures.

•  Proficient with Microsoft Office suite applications including Outlook, Excel and Word.

•  Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks in a high-pressure environment.

•  Ability to work proactively (without significant guidance) to trouble shoot and problem solve.

•  Excellent communication, time management and organizational skills.

•  Available to work overtime as needed.

Salary:  $75k to $95k CA DOE

Dentons US LLP offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, profit sharing, short-term/long-term disability, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses.

Dentons US LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability/Vet. Pursuant to local ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity at Dentons US, LLP, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please call our Talent Acquisition Coordinator at +1 312 876 2398 or contact us at dentonsusstaffrecruitment@dentons.com. 

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