Docketing Clerk, Litigation

Ballard Spahr LLP

. Manage and track deadlines for client and client-related litigation matters .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,000 - $80,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in litigation docketing procedures and deadline management, ensuring timely and accurate tracking of client-related litigation matters. Strong communication and organizational skills support effective collaboration with attorneys and paralegals.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Litigation Docketing ExperienceDeadline ManagementAttention To DetailVerbal And Written CommunicationAbility To Manage Multiple Priorities

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Hard Skills

Litigation Docketing ProceduresDeadline TrackingData EntryReport PreparationCase Settlement Management

Soft Skills

Self-MotivatedProblem-SolvingStrong Communication Abilities

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Tracking System

Industry Keywords

Legal ServicesLaw FirmCorporate Legal DepartmentGovernment Agency

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and track deadlines for client and client-related litigation matters
Work with attorneys, paralegals and legal administrative assistants to enter litigation deadlines and reminders into the electronic tracking system
Update or cancel docket entries when appropriate, including case settlements and trial date changes
Prepare deadline reports for attorney review and approval
Respond to docket and deadline inquiries from attorneys, paralegals and legal administrative assistants
Assist with integrating docket deadlines for cases transferred from other firms
Consult with paralegals and attorneys when instructions or documents are unclear before data entry
Support timely and efficient delivery of legal services across firm offices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Two-year college degree or three to five years of relevant work experience
Previous litigation docketing experience working in a law firm, corporate legal department or government agency
Working knowledge of litigation docketing procedures
Ability to work beyond the standard scheduled hours as needed
Self-motivated with a passion for continuous learning and problem-solving
Strong verbal and written communication abilities
Keen attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently

Benefits

Comp & perks

Professional development and continuous learning opportunities
Career growth opportunities
Business Resource Group participation
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Health savings accounts
Flexible spending accounts
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
401(k) retirement savings plan
Paid time off
Sick leave
Paid holidays
Employee assistance program