Job Description
We are looking for an experienced Litigation Docketing Specialist to join our Law Firm. Duties
• Responsible for accurately reviewing, processing, and docketing all Litigation documents received from court orders, as well as arbitration review panels, maintenance of Litigation records, and related docket entries in the Firm’s electronic docketing system
• Responsible for entering and tracking critical dates with respect to litigation while discerning the appropriate information to enter the docket in a timely accurate manner; interpreting official documents and correspondence to gather necessary information for entry into the docketing tracking systems
• Processing and interpretation of incoming correspondence from secretaries, attorneys, clients and courts for entering into the Litigation docketing databases
• Preparation of timely and accurate docket and case calendar reports via the docketing/calendar database system when requested
• Promptly email relevant communications to the attorneys especially when mail is addressed to only Litigation Docketing while also saving documents to File Site
• Perform monthly audits of Litigation Docketing Credit Cards and ensure all receipts entered are current and correct
Requirements
• 5+ year of litigation docketing experience is required.
• Bachelor's degree and/or Paralegal certificate is preferred.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a timely manner
• Ability to read and comprehend complex materials involving legal and technical matters
• Prior experience and knowledge of litigation areas of legal practice
• Ability to accurately and thoroughly document and file information
• Responsible for accurately reviewing, processing, and docketing all Litigation documents received from court orders, as well as arbitration review panels, maintenance of Litigation records, and related docket entries in the Firm’s electronic docketing system
• Responsible for entering and tracking critical dates with respect to litigation while discerning the appropriate information to enter the docket in a timely accurate manner; interpreting official documents and correspondence to gather necessary information for entry into the docketing tracking systems
• Processing and interpretation of incoming correspondence from secretaries, attorneys, clients and courts for entering into the Litigation docketing databases
• Preparation of timely and accurate docket and case calendar reports via the docketing/calendar database system when requested
• Promptly email relevant communications to the attorneys especially when mail is addressed to only Litigation Docketing while also saving documents to File Site
• Perform monthly audits of Litigation Docketing Credit Cards and ensure all receipts entered are current and correct
Requirements
• 5+ year of litigation docketing experience is required.
• Bachelor's degree and/or Paralegal certificate is preferred.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a timely manner
• Ability to read and comprehend complex materials involving legal and technical matters
• Prior experience and knowledge of litigation areas of legal practice
• Ability to accurately and thoroughly document and file information
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Litigation Docketing Specialist position is now open for candidates interested in the Helper Jobs sector. This role in Chicago offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Helper Jobs is a plus.