Senior Litigation Docket Specialist

A leading law firm is seeking a Senior Litigation Docket Specialist to join its Washington, DC office on a standard hybrid schedule. This role is responsible for managing complex docketing and calendaring functions in support of attorneys, paralegals, and legal staff.

Requirements

• Manage all duties typically assigned to a Litigation Docketing Clerk or Specialist
• Maintain and update litigation calendars in accordance with state and federal court rules
• Review court orders and filings to determine and calculate calendarable deadlines
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with jurisdiction-specific procedural requirements
• Demonstrate extensive knowledge across diverse case types, including civil, criminal, eminent domain, probate, family, asbestos, and other litigation matters
• Conduct research on court rules and jurisdictional requirements
• Monitor and communicate rule changes to legal personnel
• Research and interpret local court rules as needed
• Provide guidance and support to Litigation Docketing Specialists
• Assist in training and professional development efforts
• Make recommendations to improve calendaring procedures and workflows
• Recommend enhancements or adjustments to docketing software systems
• Troubleshoot calendar software issues with vendors
• Create and maintain internal resource guides and documentation