Full-Time Docket Specialist
Job Description
Thompson Coburn, a large full-service law firm with offices in seven (7) cities across the U.S., is in search of a full-time non-exempt Docket Specialist to join its St. Louis office. With over 400 attorneys and experience in 50 areas of law, Thompson Coburn is regularly recognized for providing clients with outstanding value and service. Driven by our core values of integrity, innovation and diversity, we collaborate and work in a welcoming, fast-paced, and inclusive environment.
Embark on a fulfilling career as a Docket Specialist and play a vital role in supporting our legal teams. In this position, you will utilize strong organizational and communication skills to manage the firm’s docket system and calendar deadlines efficiently. The person selected for this position must be able to work in a fast-paced environment. This position is eligible for a hybrid remote work schedule.
Job Responsibilities
- Performs research as to applicable court rules, status of the matter, etc. and responds to procedural questions presented by attorneys, Paralegals, Legal Administrative Assistants and other support staff.
- Performs data entry into centralized docketing system to generate due dates and reminders. Enters court/due dates and reviews docketing records to ensure accuracy of deadlines.
- Analyzes incoming correspondence and notices related to open cases.
- Prepares timely customized reports and resolves inaccuracies and problems with docket entries.
- Monitors and maintains the integrity of the data in docket entries.
- Completes special projects assigned by the Docket Supervisor.
- Maintains active case list of pending matters in various courts. Assists in overseeing the daily functions and activities required for the maintenance of the Firm’s docketing system.
Job Requirements
- Ability to analyze legal documentation and terminology in corporate and litigation practice areas.
- Knowledge of corporate and litigation procedures, including Federal and State rules.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Adobe and Excel.
- Must possess strong attention to detail, ability to balance multiple projects and have exceptional time management skills.
Experience and Education Qualifications
- Associate Degree and/or Paralegal Certification preferred.
- Experience with CompuLaw or other rules-based calendaring software required.
- Minimum three (3) years administrative, docketing or paralegal experience in a law firm environment required.
Thompson Coburn is a large, full service, multi-state firm with offices in Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, New York, St. Louis, Southern Illinois, and Washington D.C. At Thompson Coburn, our behavior and the expectations we have of ourselves are guided by the values that we hold in the highest regard: integrity, a passion for excellence, a focus on serving the client, a value of diversity, innovation, creativity, trust, and loyalty. Within the Firm, we value each other as people and colleagues. In addition to the exceptional working environment and a competitive salary, Thompson Coburn provides the following benefit options to qualifying employees:
- Medical Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance & ADD policies
- Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- 401(k) Profit Sharing plans
- Parking/Transportation Stipend
- Section 125 Plan (Pre-tax premiums, dependent care and medical reimbursement)
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Wellness Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- College Savings Plan Deductions (529 Plans)
- Long Term Care
Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
How to Apply
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