Litigation Docketing Specialist

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

Collaborate in the docketing process by monitoring assigned docketing inboxes for receipt of docketing requests and coordinating with case team members as needed;
Review and analyze docketing requests and associated documents and accurately calculate critical dates and related deadlines;
Research dates when needed to supplement automated calculations;
Update existing docket entries and review work product to ensure quality control;
Generate and distribute various Docket Reports including customized reports;
Maintain current knowledge of Federal, State and local rules and civil procedure;
Provide continuing information and support to attorneys and support staff regarding docketing policies and docketing process;
Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and practice assistants to analyze scheduling and deadlines, navigate ambiguous situations, and ask and answer questions;
Work independently as well as with centralized docketing team members;
Effectively engage in virtual meetings and training sessions; and
Maintain confidentiality and discretion.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate preferred (extensive docketing experience will be considered in place of educational preferences);
Minimum of five years of litigation docketing experience;
Law firm or in-house legal department experience.

Knowledge & Skills

Exceptional command of the English language, and highly developed interpersonal skills, with ability to interact professionally with all levels of firm personnel, in a hybrid environment;
Ability to work in a demanding fast-paced environment and strong time management skills;
Experience using rules-based docketing software such as Milana, e-Dockets, CompuLaw or CourtAlert;
Working knowledge of Microsoft products;
Positive service-oriented disposition and capacity to cultivate strong relationships;
Strong attention to detail;
Self-starter with high-level initiative;
Excellent reading comprehension, analytical skills and critical thinking;
Sound judgment, ability to shift priorities, excellent planning and troubleshooting skills;
Participate in professional organizations with a focus on docketing industry trends, innovation, educational sessions and peer networking.

Additional Information

Individual in this position will provide additional assistance and support as directed by their Manager.
This job description is subject to change at any time.

Benefits

Saul Ewing fosters a people first environment and one of the ways this is displayed is through its generous benefits. The firm is committed to offering a wide range of benefits to its benefit eligible employees to achieve wellness in all aspects of life, including:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
Health savings account (HSA)
Tuition reimbursement
Generous paid time off
401(k) retirement savings plan
Competitive salaries and year-end discretionary bonuses
Paid leave options, including parental
Saul Ewing University (learning and development programs taught by the firm’s training department)
Family formation benefits

Compensation

The pay for this position will be determined based on relevant skills, experience, education, external market data, internal equity, and other job-related factors. The anticipated range for this role is $78k to $85k.

Saul Ewing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, seek qualified applicants, and make personnel decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status.