Faegre Drinker is a firm designed for clients and designed for you. We understand that our people are critical to our success and we are committed to investing in our paraprofessional, administrative and operations professionals. We are always looking for talented, service-focused individuals to join our flexible and high-performing culture. With technology tools and resources that support our hybrid work environment, our colleagues enjoy a culture of learning, support for work and personal goals, opportunities to give back to our communities, and competitive benefits and rewards programs. At Faegre Drinker, you will have the opportunity to share your expertise within and across teams and contribute to our success.
Review and process court, agency, client, and counsel notifications; maintain accurate docket records and deadlines in CourtAlert, and prepare and distribute docket reports.
Respond to calendar and court-procedure inquiries and provide docket orientation and training.
What you need
Requires a bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate, or at least four years of law firm docketing experience in lieu of a degree, plus a minimum of two years of law firm docket experience.
Requires docketing software experience, knowledge of Federal, State and Local rules, and Microsoft Office proficiency.
Education: a bachelor's degree or a professional certificate
Key skills
CourtAlertMicrosoft Office SuiteProblem-solveCommunication skillsGood judgmentClient service orientationOrganizePrioritize workWork independentlyTeam oriented
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Faegre Drinker is a firm designed for clients and designed for you. We understand that our people are critical to our success and we are committed to investing in our paraprofessional, administrative and operations professionals. We are always looking for talented, service-focused individuals to join our flexible and high-performing culture. With technology tools and resources that support our hybrid work environment, our colleagues enjoy a culture of learning, support for work and personal goals, opportunities to give back to our communities, and competitive benefits and rewards programs. At Faegre Drinker, you will have the opportunity to share your expertise within and across teams and contribute to our success.
Job Description Summary:
Faegre Drinker has an opportunity for a Litigation Docketing Specialist to work with our Technology, Information Security & Information Governance team in our Philadelphia, New York City, Boulder, Dallas, Los Angeles or Washington, D.C. offices. You will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to assisting in all aspects of docket department duties and utilization of computerized docket system. This position will work with other talented individuals who share a passion for doing great work in the best interest of our clients.
Job Description:
What you would do:
Review, analyze, and process incoming notifications from courts, administrative agencies, clients and counsel
Review docketing information in CourtAlert software, including analysis of updated docket records, to ensure correct assessment of deadlines and accuracy of database
Prepare and distribute daily, weekly, and monthly docket reports
Respond to department emails and phone inquiries from attorneys, paralegals and legal assistants regarding matter calendars and court procedures
Conduct docket orientation and training of new staff
Other duties and projects as assigned
What is expected:
Ability to problem-solve
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively in a virtual environment (e.g., via phone, web/videoconference)
Ability to concentrate on tasks, make decisions and work calmly and effectively in a high-pressure, deadline-orientated environment
Demonstrated ability to use good judgment in taking initiative while asking for direction or clarification and consulting others, as appropriate
Willingness to be flexible with time and adjust to a changing work environment
Ability to build and maintain positive relationships, both internally and externally, while maintaining a client service orientation
Ability to use sound judgment and discretion in dealing with highly confidential information
Ability to take direction and accept supervision
Demonstrated ability to work independently, organize and accurately prioritize work, be detail-oriented, understand when urgency is required and use good judgment in varied situations
Ability to work effectively with co-workers in a team oriented collaborative environment
What we offer:
Flexible working environment for work-life success
Opportunity to participate in firm-sponsored volunteer events
Wellness programming with personalized content and activities
Professional environment and the opportunity to work with experts at the top of their fields
Variety of health plan options, as well as dental, vision and 401(k) plans
Generous paid time off
The anticipated initial hourly rate for someone who is hired into this position is $36.74 – $41.06/hour annually based on a 37.5 hour a week schedule.
Actual initial hourly rate may be above or below the above-identified range and will be based on the relevant skills, training, experience, and other job-related factors, including the location where the position is filled, in all cases consistent with applicable law. This is a non-exempt role paid on an hourly basis with a 37.5-hour schedule work week. The initial hourly rate listed above is just one component of Faegre Drinker's total compensation and benefits package for professional staff, which includes, but is not limited to, a discretionary bonus; life, health, accident, and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan.
What is required:
Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate or at least 4 years of law firm docketing experience in lieu of a degree.
Extensive knowledge of and experience working within an industry standard docketing software
Minimum of two years of docket experience at a law firm
Knowledge of Federal and State and Local rules
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
Knowledge of California State and Local rules
Apply now if you are ready to join the Faegre Drinker team!
Application Deadline: Friday, October 30, 2026
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