LHH · 5 hours ago
Director
United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$130K/yr - $235K/yr
10+ years expLHH is working with a national law firm seeking a Docketing Director to oversee a large, multi-location docketing team supporting litigation, trademark, and patent practices. This primarily remote role includes managing staffing, workload planning, and departmental budgets while ensuring compliance with legal standards.
Human Resources
Hiring Manager
Ariel Dunlap
Responsibilities
Lead a team of 25+ docketing professionals across multiple locations
Manage staffing, workload planning, compensation decisions, and promotions
Support departmental change management and strategic initiatives
Evaluate and optimize docketing systems, processes, and accuracy controls
Maintain quality assurance protocols and ensure compliance with rules and statutes
Oversee training programs and maintain comprehensive docketing resources
Manage departmental budgets and expenses
Maintain and update firmwide docketing policies and procedures
Function as the primary subject matter expert for litigation, trademark, and patent docketing
Ensure the department remains current on USPTO, federal, and state court requirements
Provide reporting and guidance to firm and practice leadership
Oversee docketing software performance and partner with IT on enhancements
Identify efficiency opportunities through technology, automation, and best practices
Manage vendor relationships
Support analytics and reporting across multiple practices
Qualification
Required
10+ years supervisory/management experience, including 3+ years at a senior level
5+ years legal docketing experience in a large law firm or similar environment
Extensive experience in patent docketing (non-negotiable)
Strong experience leading large, multi-location teams
Advanced understanding of litigation, trademark, and patent docketing
Expertise with calendaring/docketing systems: CompuLaw, Pattsy Wave, FoundationIP preferred
Strong communication, relationship-building, and change-management skills
Must remain current on USPTO, federal, and state court rules
Preferred
Experience with data analytics and AI tools
Familiarity with Power BI and Denodo
Experience within mid- to large-law environments
Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree (MBA or similar) preferred
Benefits
Medical: 100% employer-paid premiums for high-deductible plans
Dependent Coverage: Employer pays 30–45% of child coverage
Dental, Life, LTD, Travel Accident, EAP: 100% employer-paid
HSA Contributions: Employee-only: $83.33/month ($500 in Jan & July)
HSA Contributions: Employee + children: $150/month ($900 in Jan & July)
HSA Contributions: If HSA declined: $83.33 taxable monthly payment
Time Off: 20 days PTO annually for new hires
Time Off: 1 paid community service day
Time Off: 3 floating “heart and soul” days
Time Off: 5 paid health days
Time Off: 10 paid holidays
Retirement: 401(k) match at 50 cents on the dollar up to 6%
Sabbaticals: Eligible after 10 years (8 weeks), additional eligibility after 20 years
Transportation: No employer-paid parking; travel for required onsite visits is reimbursed
Company
LHH
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President & CEO, OCM-LHH Utah, Wyoming
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