Role details

Contract type

Permanent contract

Employment type

Full-time (> 32 hours)

Experience level

Expert

Experience required

5 years minimum

Compensation

$75,000.0 - $95,000.0

Working hours

Regular working hours

Job source

www.indeed.com

Tech stack

Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Artificial Intelligence Microsoft Outlook Calendaring Software Databases Microsoft Office Aderant

Job description

• Review incoming court filings, orders, notices, ECF filings and service, and docketing requests from case teams to determine docketing necessity
• Calculate and docket all court appearances, documents, and statutes of limitations in accordance with local, state, federal, appellate, and administrative rules
• Identify state, federal, and administrative documents and apply the correct jurisdiction for calculations
• Analyze complex scheduling orders, case management orders and assess their effect on related case deadlines
• Research codes, authority, local court rules, and judges’ rules in response to attorney and staff inquiries
• Generate clear, accurate docket reports and perform quality control checks on all entries
• Perform legal research to ensure proper jurisdiction and calculation of deadlines and events
• Prioritize and identify rush assignments and docket them accordingly
• Identify and revise deadlines and events in the firm’s docket database when they are updated or concluded
• Audit and proofread docket entries, and help review the master calendar for accuracy and integrity
• Serve as a firm resource on local, county, state, and federal rules and policy changes
• Take on additional responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

• 5+ years in a litigation docketing role. We may also consider some docketing experience combined with prior experience as a litigation secretary or litigation paralegal
• Strong understanding of the litigation process
• Experience with CourtAlert docket software preferred; experience with other rules-based calendaring systems (e.g., CompuLaw, Aderant Milana, ProLaw, eDockets) will be considered
• Familiarity with court websites, PACER, CM/ECF, and California state court e-filing systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Familiarity with, or willingness to learn, firm-approved AI tools and their responsible use
• Paralegal certification and bachelor’s degree are preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Comfortable presenting to groups of attorneys in the absence of the docketing supervisor
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment and manage time effectively
• A team player who works effectively and respectfully with all levels of staff
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• A professional, positive attitude and a commitment to exceptional service
• A reliable, secure home workspace with high-speed internet
• Willingness and ability to come to the Sacramento office as needed for occasional training or meetings

Benefits & conditions

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

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