Litigation Docket Specialist

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP

Litigation Docket Specialist at Morgan Lewis providing docket support across multiple jurisdictions. Responsibilities include managing docket systems and training staff on procedures.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $67,000 - $107,825 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in court docketing and calendaring procedures, with a strong focus on managing deadlines and maintaining accurate records. Proficient in training staff on docket software and ensuring compliance with court rules across various jurisdictions.

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Court Docketing ProceduresCalendaring ProceduresCompuLaw SoftwareMicrosoft Office ProficiencyAttention to Detail

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Hard Skills

Docket ManagementDeadline TrackingLegal ResearchProofreadingDocument Review

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsTeam CollaborationTime ManagementProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

CompuLawDocket SoftwareMicrosoft Office

Industry Keywords

Court FilingsPleadingsDiscoveryFederal CourtState CourtCounty Court

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide comprehensive docket reports to case teams
Answer any questions that may arise and research complex issues
Train staff and attorneys on the Firm’s docket software and the proper procedures related to docket/calendaring
Maintain the computerized docket system for litigation attorneys practicing in multiple courts and jurisdictions
Review correspondence, pleadings, discovery, filings and deposition notices for relevant and pertinent deadlines
Manage complex, high end docketing work (e.g. scheduling orders)
Respond to requests regarding calendared events, pleadings, and court procedures
Research questions from attorneys, paralegals and/or secretaries regarding deadlines
Train staff and attorneys on the computerized docket system and proper procedures related to docket/calendaring on an ongoing basis
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School diploma or equivalent
A minimum of seven years of related experience
An understanding of court docketing and calendaring procedures and familiarity with court filings and general rules of court for processing pleadings at the federal, state, and county level strongly preferred.
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong proofreading skills and exceptional attention to detail
Team player with strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with a wide range of individuals
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and balance competing demands and meet deadlines in a fast-paced professional environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to adapt to new software programs
CompuLaw or comparable docketing software a plus.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical coverage, with a variety of plans
Health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts
Domestic partner coverage
Parental leave
Vacation and holiday leave
Life and accident insurance
Income protection, including sick leave, salary continuation, and long term disability.
9 paid holidays per calendar year
2 personal days per year
Up to 20 days of vacation per year
1 paid sick leave hour for 30 hours worked
Up to five days off for bereavement leave
Up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave per year
Up to 10 weeks of paid pregnancy disability leave per pregnancy.