Perkins Coie LLP

Docketing Specialist

Perkins Coie LLP$71K — $106K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required; 2-4 years of docketing or relevant legal support experience preferred.
  • Proficient in MS Office applications and litigation court filings.
  • Ability to type at least 55 wpm with strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Experience with docketing software such as CompuLaw and CourtAlert is preferred.
  • Strong professional interaction skills and teamwork capability.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor and manage inboxes for docketing entries and coordinate communications.
  • Review and analyze litigation and business filings to identify deadlines.
  • Enter and update docket entries accurately and timely.
  • Generate various docket reports as required.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve docket-related concerns promptly.
  • Provide support and information about the docketing process to attorneys and staff.
  • Assist the Litigation Docketing Supervisor with backups as necessary.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and growth within the firm.
  • Collaborative work environment with a focus on teamwork.
  • Exposure to a variety of legal matters and court filings.
  • Support from experienced staff and resources.
  • Flexible working hours and the need for attendance as per firm expectations.
Full Job Description
Under minimal supervision, the Docketing Specialist will provide docketing coverage for nationally located offices in a timely and accurate fashion. We will provide backup coverage as needed in assisting other docketing specialists with firm-wide docketing. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS These essential functions are primary job duties that incumbents must be able to perform unassisted or with some reasonable accommodation. Assist in coordinating the docketing process, which includes the following functions: • Monitor office specific inboxes for receipt of docketing entries and coordinate with those who send entries as needed. • Review litigation and business filings to determine deadlines. • Enter and update docket entries. • Produce various docket reports. • Troubleshoot docket concerns and issues. • Provide ongoing information and technical support to attorneys, legal staff and administrative staff throughout the firm concerning the specific policies and general mechanics relating to the docketing process. • Provide backup assistance to Litigation Docketing Supervisor as needed. • Be present at work during regularly scheduled working hours and as needed in the job position, consistent with the Firm's attendance expectations. SPECIFIC SKILLS REQUIRED • Ability to manage multiple details and prioritize. • Ability to function effectively as a team while maintaining accuracy of detail. • Ability to interact with all levels of firm personnel with professionalism. • Ability to work well under pressure and skills in time management. • Ability to accurately type 55 wpm, excellent written and oral communication skills. • Strong command of the English language, including excellent spelling, grammar, punctuation, and knowledge of Firm's form and style. • Functional knowledge of standard MS Office applications. • Working knowledge of all litigation and business court filings. SPECIFIC SKILLS PREFERRED • Experience with docketing software such as CompuLaw and CourtAlert. • Proficiencies in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • Requires a bachelor's degree and between 2 and 4 years of docketing or relevant legal support or database experience, or equivalent. • Experience in a law firm preferred. This position may be filled in the following location(s). The listed compensation range reflects the typical pay for this role, though it is rare for new hires to receive an offer at the top of the range. Actual compensation may vary depending on experience, skills, market conditions, and internal equity. Colorado compensation range: $71,470 to $106,190 annually Illinois compensation range: $75,430 to $112,080 annually Washington state compensation range: $75,390 to $112,020 annually Washington, D.C., compensation range: $81,420 to $120,980 annually

About Perkins Coie LLP

Perkins Coie is an international law firm that represents clients across a wide range of industries and stages of growth—from startups to FORTUNE 50 corporations. The firm provides a full array of corporate, commercial litigation and intellectual property legal services. With more than 1,100 lawyers in 19 offices across the United States and Asia, Perkins Coie is consistently recognized as one of the leading law firms in the United States. The firm has been named to the FORTUNE Best Companies to Work For® list for 18 consecutive years.
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