Litigation Docket Specialist

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Litigation Docket Specialist Job Details:

Bring your strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and commitment to exceptional client service to Snell & Wilmer, one of the largest and most prestigious law firms in the Western United States. We currently have an opening for a Litigation Docket Specialist to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced litigation legal assistant or paralegal interested in transitioning into a specialized role focused on litigation calendaring, court deadlines, and docket management.

This hours for this full-time position are 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The position requires the ability to respond promptly to changing priorities, deadlines, and requests while providing support to attorneys and staff throughout the business day. Occasional overtime may be required during particularly busy periods.

This is primarily a remote position, with candidates located near our Dallas, Las Vegas, Phoenix, Reno, Salt Lake City, or Tucson offices.

Position responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Receives and reviews mail, deliveries, and Federal Express packages for due dates and court deadlines.
• Calculates and enters dates in the Compulaw Calendaring system.
• Processes attorney/secretary emails to docket.
• Remains abreast of court rule changes.
• Researches court rules.
• Develops and maintains smooth working relationships with attorneys and staff.
• Possesses keen attention to detail and the ability to handle deadline-driven work in an organized fashion while managing multiple tasks with varying due dates.
• Demonstrates the ability to adhere to internal deadlines and manage time-sensitive tasks requiring a high degree of self-discipline, time management skills, and the ability to work under pressure.
• Skilled in prioritizing tasks, making quick decisions, and executing tasks promptly to ensure the smooth and timely progression of legal proceedings.
• Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, when interacting with lawyers, paralegals, and other staff members.
• Develops reference materials and conducts training sessions for other employees. The ideal candidate should be comfortable speaking in front of groups and able to explain complex concepts clearly.

Experience and Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of experience in docketing, or litigation legal assistant/paralegal experience.
• Prior experience with Compulaw or another legal docketing and calendaring system, preferred.
• Working knowledge of federal and state court rules, litigation procedures, and court filing.
• Strong administrative, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Legal experience in litigation and intellectual property is a plus.
• Experience interpreting court rules and independently calculating litigation deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify potential scheduling conflicts, discrepancies, and deadline concerns.
• Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with electronic court filing systems and legal case management software.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and recognize when an issue requires escalation.

Snell & Wilmer offers a competitive performance-based compensation and a generous benefits package starting on your first day. The benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401K/profit sharing, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement and paid time off including vacation time, personal time, and sick time where appropriate.  Snell & Wilmer values the principles of Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging. 

Snell & Wilmer is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.