Docket Specialist

Summary

Tucker Ellis LLP is seeking an experienced Docket Specialist to support its Litigation Department. The role manages litigation calendars and docketing systems, tracks court deadlines, maintains accurate docket data, distributes reports, researches procedural rules, and provides litigation and administrative support.

Responsibilities

• Enter, track, and monitor all critical dates, deadlines, and events for litigation matters in accordance with local, state, and federal court rules
• Review and analyze court filings, correspondence, and orders to ensure accurate docket entries
• Maintain and update the firm’s docketing database, verifying accuracy and completeness of data
• Distribute daily and weekly docket reports to attorneys, paralegals, and staff
• Research and interpret applicable procedural rules to confirm correct calculation of deadlines
• Communicate regularly with attorneys and staff to ensure timely awareness of upcoming due dates
• Support the development and maintenance of docketing procedures and best practices
• Assist with training new users on docketing systems and processes as needed
• Coordinate with IT and practice support teams to resolve docketing or software-related issues
• Perform other administrative or litigation support duties as assigned

Skills

• Minimum of three years of docketing experience in a law firm environment, supporting litigation. Experience in intellectual property docketing alone will not meet this requirement
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Strong knowledge of state, federal, and appellate court rules and procedures
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage high volumes of deadlines and data
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) and PDF editing software
• Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with attorneys, paralegals, and administrative staff
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Experience using docketing or calendaring systems such as CourtAlert is highly desirable

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Minimum of three years of docketing experience in a law firm environment, supporting litigation. Experience in intellectual property docketing alone will not meet this requirement
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Strong knowledge of state, federal, and appellate court rules and procedures
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage high volumes of deadlines and data
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) and PDF editing software
• Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with attorneys, paralegals, and administrative staff
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Nice to Haves

• Experience using docketing or calendaring systems such as CourtAlert is highly desirable

Benefits

• Primarily remote position based in the St. Louis area, with periodic onsite attendance required.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage beginning on Day 1.
• Annual HSA contribution.
• PTO begins to accumulate immediately.
• Paid holidays.
• 401(k) plan with a profit-sharing contribution.
• Monthly technology stipend.