Benefits: Full Benefits
Relocation Expenses: Yes
Interview Expenses: Yes
The Role
Our client is seeking a senior-level Litigation Docketing Specialist to join its Phoenix, AZ legal team. This role requires deep expertise in rule-based calendaring systems and the ability to lead, train, and support docketing staff while ensuring accuracy and compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
Key Responsibilities
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Interpret legal documents to identify and calendar critical litigation deadlines
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Create, update, and maintain docket events in Aderant CompuLaw
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Manually calculate deadlines based on applicable court rules when required
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Maintain precise docket data and generate reports for litigation teams
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Research and track changes to federal, state, and local court rules and procedures
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Develop training materials and mentor docketing staff on procedural updates
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Collaborate with attorneys, staff, and court personnel to resolve docketing questions
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Support the Docketing Manager with special projects and firm-wide initiatives
What You Bring
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5–7 years of litigation docketing experience in a law firm environment
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Hands-on experience with Aderant CompuLaw or comparable rule-based calendaring systems
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Strong understanding of litigation processes and federal, state, and local court rules
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Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
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Ability to interpret complex legal filings and extract critical deadlines
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Proven experience training or mentoring docketing staff
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
Must-Haves
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5–7 years of direct litigation docketing experience
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Proficiency with Aderant CompuLaw or other rule-based calendaring systems
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Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local court rules
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Advanced MS Office skills
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Experience training or mentoring docketing staff
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Comfort with pay range of $41.21 – $46.70 per hour
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Salary requirement confirmed
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Authorized to work in the United States
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No sponsorship required now or in the future
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Ability to work onsite or hybrid in Phoenix, AZ
Preferred (Nice-to-Have)
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Relativity Certified Administrator credential
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Experience developing training materials or reference guides
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Background supporting firm-wide docketing initiatives or special projects
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Multi-jurisdiction docketing experience across the United States
