Litigation Docket Specialist

Troutman Pepper

. Review and analyze docketing requests and associated documents; calculate critical dates and deadlines .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in docketing processes, including calculating critical dates and deadlines, and maintaining knowledge of Federal, State, and local court rules. Proficient in using rules-based calendar software and effectively communicating docketing policies to support staff and lawyers.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Docketing ExperienceDeadline CalculationRules-Based Calendar SoftwareLitigation Process FamiliarityEffective Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

DocketingDeadline CalculationResearch and AnalysisQuality ControlCalendar Management

Soft Skills

Problem SolvingSelf-ManagementIndependenceEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

MilanaCompulawE-Dockets

Certifications & Qualifications

Paralegal CertificateBachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

Court RulesLitigation ProcessesCivil ProcedureFederal RulesState Rules

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review and analyze docketing requests and associated documents; calculate critical dates and deadlines
Learn and apply court rules and procedures across several jurisdictions
Research dates to supplement automated calculations
Update docket entries and review work product for quality control
Generate and distribute general and customized docket reports
Proofread and review calendar entries for accuracy
Communicate docketing policies and procedures to support staff and lawyers
Address docketing problems and concerns with relevant team members
Monitor assigned docketing inboxes and coordinate with case team members
Provide ongoing information and support regarding docketing policies and processes
Maintain current knowledge of Federal, State, and local rules and civil procedure

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree, paralegal certificate or experience/education equivalent required
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in docketing
Experience computing deadlines for state, federal and appellate courts and in various agencies across jurisdictions
Experience with rules-based calendar software like Milana, Compulaw, or e-Dockets preferred
Wide-ranging familiarity with litigation processes, court rules, and procedures
Ability to research, analyze and summarize issues in writing
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and make sound judgments
Ability to work independently in a high volume, fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
Ability to self-manage and work independently in a remote, hybrid, or in-office setting
Effective oral and written communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employee support and advancement
Inclusion and innovation-focused workplace
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities