Litigation Docket Clerk
On-siteDallas, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Enter court documents, orders, and correspondence into the Firm's docketing database and calculate deadlines per federal, state, and local rules. Monitor dockets and electronic notifications to identify case developments, while reviewing filings for correct format, signatures, fees, and service issues before submission. Handle electronic and in-person filings via CM/ECF, NYSCEF, and ACMS, converting large PDF volumes into court-compliant formats. Provide guidance to attorneys on court procedures and escalate complex procedural questions. Coordinate with courts, vendors, and internal teams to obtain materials and effect service of legal documents. Maintain bar admissions and renewal deadlines, and assist with routine court submissions and department projects.
Required Qualifications
- 1+ years of experience in a Managing Attorney or Managing Clerk's Office, docketing department, or comparable litigation support role at a law firm
- Working knowledge of federal and state court rules and procedures
- Familiarity with the Texas state and federal court systems
- Proficiency in electronic filing using CM/ECF, NYSCEF, and ACMS
- Experience using CourtAlert or comparable docketing and calendaring software
- Experience handling large volumes of PDFs and converting them into court-compliant filing formats
- Ability to manage multiple requests, prioritize competing tasks, and consistently meet court and internal deadlines
- Exceptional attention to detail with a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-demand environment while maintaining composure under pressure
- Flexibility to provide after-hours support for time-sensitive court filings and procedural matters
- Demonstrated self-motivation and a strong interest in developing into a senior procedural advisory role within the Managing Clerk's Office
- College degree
Desired Qualifications
- Familiarity with additional state filing systems
- Experience using PACER/NextGen, Bloomberg Law, and CourtLink
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