Litigation Docketing & Calendar Manager

Litigation Docketing & Calendar Manager

Location: Virtual/Remote

Job Description

Our intellectual property litigation firm is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Litigation Docketing & Calendar Manager to oversee all docketing court filings and litigation calendaring functions. Experienced using JuraLaw calendaring or similar Federal court litigation software.

This role is critical to ensuring compliance with federal court deadlines local rules and client reporting requirements in complex patent and IP disputes. The ideal candidate has significant experience in federal litigation docketing and understands the high-stakes nature of intellectual property matters.


Key Responsibilities

Highly Important Core responsibilities
Manage firm-wide docketing and court calendaring for all active litigation matters
Calculate and calendar deadlines pursuant to Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and local court rules
Maintain master litigation calendar using JuraLaw software program. Ensure timely reminders to attorneys and staff
Conduct electronic filings in federal courts (including CM/ECF systems)

Additional Responsibilities

Track scheduling orders briefing schedules discovery deadlines and trial dates
Monitor PACER and court notifications for updates and filings
Coordinate with attorneys and paralegals to confirm accuracy of deadlines
Prepare and file routine pleadings and court documents as needed
Maintain internal docketing database and document management systems
Assist with appellate and post-trial deadline tracking where applicable
Ensure strict compliance with court rules and filing protocols


Qualifications
4 years of litigation docketing experience (federal court experience required)
Strong knowledge of Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and local court rules
Experience with CM/ECF electronic filing systems
Familiarity with PACER and federal district court procedures
High level of accuracy and deadline sensitivity
Ability to manage multiple active cases simultaneously
Strong communication and organizational skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and litigation management software


Preferred
Experience in patent or intellectual property litigation
Familiarity with ITC or appellate docketing
Experience in a mid-sized litigation-focused law firm

Required Experience:

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