Docket Specialist, Litigation

Dentons US LLP is seeking a Litigation Docket Specialist to support its national docketing team. This is a remote role with flexibility to work from home, aligned to a Dentons office location. The role can be based in our Chicago, Dallas, St Louis, or Kansas City location(s). The ideal candidate will bring experience with Midwest/Central region courts, including electronic filing in local jurisdictions, and will report to the Manager, Litigation Docket. Responsibilities • Enter data into the firm's docketing and calendar system. • Calculate rule-based litigation deadlines. • Generate docket reports and queries as requested by attorneys, paralegals and legal administrative assistants. • Monitor cases with the use of various online resources. • Handle all inquiries from attorneys, paralegals and secretaries in a timely and efficient manner. • Assist with service of court documents. • Perform electronic court filings in Federal, State and Appellate Courts. • Other duties as assigned to fully meet the requirements of the position. Qualifications • Bachelor’s Degree preferred. • Minimum 3 years docketing experience required. • Knowledge of basic litigation docketing, calendaring and Civil Procedure. • Experience utilizing docketing software such as Milana, eDockets, etc. • Knowledge of various court websites, docket searching and document retrieval databases (PACER, File & ServeXpress, etc.). • Strong knowledge of state and federal court rules and filing procedures. • Proficient with Microsoft Office suite applications including Outlook, Excel and Word. • Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks in a high-pressure environment. • Ability to work proactively (without significant guidance) to trouble shoot and problem solve. • Excellent communication, time management and organizational skills. • Available to work overtime as needed. Salary: $70k to $90k DOE and location. Dentons US LLP offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, profit sharing, short-term/long-term disability, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses. Dentons US LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability/Vet. Pursuant to local ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity at Dentons US, LLP, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please call our Talent Acquisition Specialist at +1 314 259 5898 or contact us at <[email hidden]>. About Dentons Redefining possibilities. Together, everywhere. For more information visit <www.dentons.com>