Litigation Docketing Specialist

Fish & Richardson the premier global intellectual property law firm is trusted by the worlds most innovative and influential companies. Fish was established in 1878 and now has more than 400 attorneys and technology specialists in the U.S. Europe and China. Our success is rooted in our creative and inclusive culture which values the diversity of people experiences and perspectives. Join Fishs team in our fast-paced Litigation Practice Systems Department as a Litigation Docketing Specialist. This role is part of The Hub Fishs remote-first group of professionals. Hub employees work primarily from home with no expectation of a regular in-office presence. This is a remote-first position with a focus on candidates in San Diego and Silicon Vally.

How Will You Make a Difference

• Independently review legal documentsand litigation correspondencein order to accurately calculate record and disseminate docket dates pursuant to applicablecourt rules procedures including:
  • Understanding source documents
  • Reviewing court dockets as needed
  • Verifying jurisdiction court/venue and relevant authorities and
  • Analyzing and verifying calculated dates and adjusting for federal state statutory or agency rules as well as local rules and practices.

• Accurately enter alldeadlines for firm litigation matters intoMilana the firms litigation docketing platform.
• Provide proactive support to litigation teamsand coordinate with the docketing attorneysto ensure all deadlines are docketed correctly.
• Quality review own work product according to internal department protocols and demonstrate sound judgment for escalating questions to the Litigation Docketing Manager and docketing attorneys.
• Respond to inquiries from the litigation teams regarding docketed events deadlines and court rules.
• Prepare and distribute regular docket reports to case teams in accordance with firm policy as well as any additional reports upon request.
• Assist with research regarding court rules for assigned jurisdictions and present to case teams in a thorough and concise manner.
• Maintain and strive to improveprocesses and proceduresto enhance efficiency and minimize suggestions to the Litigation Docketing Manager to assist with improving docketing procedures and workflow.
• Promote the firms docketing policies and procedures through all communications with litigation teams and ensure compliance with all department docketing procedures best practices and workflows.

What Will You Bring to the Table

• 3 years experience computing deadlines in federal state and agency court jurisdictions required including experience with rules-based docketing systems. Experience with Milana is preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of litigation docketing processes in a law firm is required.
• Must be familiar with federal and state court procedural rules.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the litigation lifecycle required.
• Must bereliableanddetail oriented.
• Strong analytical organizational communication time management and technical skills.
• Must be highly motivated and proactive with strong attention to detail.
• Must be able to exercise independent and professional judgment.
• Must have excellent customer service a good attitude and the ability to multi-task.
• Position requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
• Ability toidentify issuesown the problem draw valid conclusions and present same in a clear and concise manner and work to develop and implement solutions.
• Ability to work well within a team-oriented environment and contribute to effective team relationships.

Why Fish

When you join our team we offer:

• Competitive pay and discretionary bonus opportunities along with a rich benefits package including comprehensive medical and dental coverage generous paid time off and tuition reimbursement
• Award-winning retirement and profit sharing plans with employer contribution
• A family-friendly atmosphere with back-up child care as well as health and wellness initiatives
• A positive culture awarded an Outstanding Workplace designation in 2023 and 2024 by People Insight based on our high levels of employee engagement
• The salaryrange for this position varies by geographic market. Final compensation will be based on a variety of factors including education experience skills professional background overall qualifications and location.
  • In San Diego CA the estimated starting pay is $34.61- $43.40 per hour (based on a 35-hour workweek) which is equivalent to $63000 - $79000 annually.
  • In Silicon Valley CA the estimated starting pay is $37.36 - $46.70 per hour (based on a 35-hour workweek) which is equivalent to $68000 - $85000 annually.

Our Commitment to Diversity

As a firm that serves the worlds greatest visionaries we know that creativity and innovation are the result of seeing the world from multiple different perspectives. Having a diverse team enhances the quality of legal services we provide to our clients sustains our standing as a premier IP law firm and strengthens the fabric of our firm.

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Required Experience:

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