Docket Specialist

Dentons US LLP is recruiting for a General/Litigation Docket Specialist to be resident in our Los Angeles, Oakland, Orange County or San Diego Office. While this position will be part of a national docketing team, specific knowledge of California state/local rules and experience electronic filing with local courts is highly desirable. This position will report to the Manager, Litigation Docket and is a primarily remote position.

Responsibilities

• Enter data into the firm's 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 legal administrative assistants 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 

• Bachelor’s 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, Lexis/Nexis, West CourtExpress, 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 Range

California Only DOE:  $70,000 - $90,000   

Dentons US LLP offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, profit sharing, short-term/long-term disability, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses.

Dentons US LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Dentons US LLP considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Pursuant to local ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity at Dentons US, LLP, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please call our Talent Acquisition Specialist at +1 314 259 5898 or contact us at dentonsusstaffrecruitment@dentons.com.

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