Docket Specialist, Litigation

Dentons US LLP is seeking a Litigation Docket Specialist to support its national docketing team. This is a remote role with flexibility to work from home aligned to a Dentons office location. The role can be based in our Chicago Dallas St Louis or Kansas City location(s). The ideal candidate will bring experience with Midwest/Central region courts including electronic filing in local jurisdictions and will report to the Manager Litigation Docket.

Responsibilities

Enter data into the firms 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.

Qualifications

Bachelors 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: $70k to $90k DOE and location.