ArentFox Schiff · 5 hours ago
Senior Litigation Docket Specialist
Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$87K/yr - $119K/yr
7+ years expArentFox Schiff is an award-winning, globally recognized law firm that delivers sophisticated legal solutions to clients around the world. They are seeking a Senior Litigation Docket Specialist to manage docket/calendar related and administrative duties for attorneys and staff, ensuring confidentiality and procedural integrity in various legal matters.
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Responsibilities
Capably manage all duties typically assigned to a Litigation Docketing Clerk or Docketing Specialist
Possess extensive expertise across a wide range of case types, including civil, criminal, eminent domain, probate, family, and asbestos cases, among others
Provide assistance and guidance to Litigation Docketing Specialists, addressing questions and facilitating professional development
Conduct thorough research on court and jurisdictional inquiries, ensuring accurate and informed decision-making
Oversee the management of complex legal documents and processes, including writs, sales, undertakings, liens, and bonds
Handle temporary restraining orders, creditor issues, provisional remedies, and injunctions with precision and compliance
Administer the management of sealed cases and vexatious litigation, ensuring confidentiality and procedural integrity
Keep up to date with and communicate rule changes to legal personnel
Make recommendations on calendaring procedures & processes
Make recommendations on calendaring software improvements and/or adjustments
Create and maintain resource guides
Troubleshoot software problems with calendar program vendor
Qualification
Required
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Strong attention to detail
Ability to manage and prioritize work efficiently
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
Strong knowledge of State and Federal court Rules
Ability to read through Court Orders to determine calendarable dates
Ability to research local rules
Legal citation and legal terminology expertise. Understanding of court rules and protocols and knowledge of calendaring deadlines
Strong knowledge of CompuLaw Vision or similar calendar/docket software
Minimum 7+ years of Litigation Docketing Experience
Preferred
A four-year degree or a two-year degree is preferred. Additional work experience in lieu of degree is also acceptable
Large law firm experience is preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Profit-sharing
Generous paid time off
Flexible reimbursement account
Comprehensive performance-based bonus
Company
ArentFox Schiff
ArentFox Schiff is a law company that specializes in tax, real estate law, business strategies, litigation, and business compliance.
1001-5000 employees
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