Bankruptcy Docket Specialist

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Benesch is proud to announce the opening for a Bankruptcy Docket Specialist in our Wilmington office! This position is hybrid and has work from home flexibility.

Position Summary:

Do you have solid experience in docketing for Bankruptcy matters? Are you looking for an exciting challenge to be the first Bankruptcy docketing specialist in one of the nation's fastest growing law firms? Then our Bankruptcy Docketing Specialist opening might be just the position for you! This role is perfect for the versatile Bankruptcy professional who is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely handling of both Bankruptcy docketing and e-filing processes. As the go-to expert and point of contact for all Bankruptcy e-filing matters, they are the primary resource for best practices and procedures related to electronic filings for Bankruptcy. Stay informed about regulatory changes, communicate updates to staff and attorneys, and manage all e-filing escalations to ensure the quality and accuracy of Firm filings.

The Bankruptcy Docket Specialist meticulously dockets important case documents and dates, ensuring that all deadlines are met and case schedules are accurately maintained. They play a critical role in traditional docketing tasks, including processing court requests, maintaining internal procedures, and providing essential support to the Manager – Docketing and e-Filing.

Essential Functions:

1. Utilizes the Firm's case management system proficiently including completing data entry of all items and documents to be docketed, calculations of response times, and retrieval of information from the system.
2. Stay updated on changes in court rules and procedures including changes, procedures, and best practices in Bankruptcy courts to ensure optimal quality and accuracy with Firm docket and court filings.
3. Completes e-filings and requests for docket work ensuring timely and accurate completion of all e-filings and requests for docket work, and notifying relevant parties if assignments are to continue beyond the expected completion time.
4. Actively prioritizing multiple filings and determining the best course of action to complete them promptly.
5. Provides support on Bankruptcy e-filing to staff and timekeepers on issues regarding the Bankruptcy e-filing process.
6. Utilizes court websites for data retrieval and research; navigates court websites to retrieve necessary documents and research relevant data for docketing and e-filing purposes.
7. Maintains communication properly and promptly with attorneys and support staff, court personnel and external contacts, exhibiting a high level of customer service.

Additional Responsibilities:

1. Keeps up to date on court related information.

2. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

The Bankruptcy Docket Specialist must have a High School Diploma. Minimum of 5 years of bankruptcy docketing experience. Must be familiar with Bankruptcy e-filing systems including PACER/NextGen, Lexis/Nexis, West CourtExpress, etc. Experience with computers and a background in internet research is required. Must have a professional demeanor, good interpersonal skills, and show the ability to prioritize. Must possess an excellent customer service attitude.

Benesch is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability (where applicant is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations), medical condition, protected veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require special assistance or an accommodation during the process due to a disability should contact the Benesch Human Resources Department by phone at 216-363-4578 or email Christine Watson at cwatson@beneschlaw.com.

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