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　　If you are a highly talented Docketing Specialist interested in working closely with attorneys and staff teams to provide client support via expertise in calendaring/docketing, court rules, case research, legal procedures, court rules and risk management compliance issues related to calendaring and court functions, we want to hear from you!

　　This position is remote, candidates may be required on occasion to visit the local office when/if needed.

　　Legal Support team members are vital to our clients. They provide innovative, on-time support to attorneys and paralegals and provide world-class service to our clients.

　　The focus for Legal Support team members is on exceptional customer service. Working collaboratively across teams, locally, regionally and nationally, we tap into each individual’s strengths and experience while providing all with an avenue to share expertise with other team members. The legal support team structure allows all its members to feel they have the ability to make an impact on the longer term success of the firm, which they do. This structure also encourages career development and allows flexible scheduling, providing a wealth of training and mentoring to help you excel and to expand your skill set and your boundaries.

　　Minimum Requirements:

　　High school diploma

　　Two years’ prior docketing experience

　　Strong knowledge of federal, bankruptcy and state court rules and procedures

　　Excellent written and communication skills

　　Strong organizational skills and attention to detail and thorough understanding or risk management issues related to docketing procedures

　　Strong knowledge of docketing and business software

　　General knowledge of various practice areas such as Litigation, Bankruptcy, etc., in order to assure calendaring needs are identified and met to comply with risk management needs

　　Ability to work independently and with a team

　　Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

　　Ability to successfully manage stressful situations

　　Preferred Requirements:

　　Prior experience with a docketing electronic docketing system, such as CompuLaw

　　Two years’ prior docketing experience with a large law firm

　　What will your day look like?

　　As a Docketing Specialist, you will ensure that all docketing dates and deadlines are met for assigned attorneys, groups and/or offices. You will extract, calculate, enter and update due dates, case and docket information through review of court mail, departmental email and assignment from department supervisor, attorney or attorney liaison. You will monitor and apply court rules and calendaring protocols for courts across the country and prepares various reports to notify attorneys of upcoming deadlines and case status. You will keep current with best practices regarding docketing, calendaring, and recordkeeping as they related to risk management in the legal environment. You will also research, navigate, search and retrieve information on litigants, judges and case information from court-related databases to include Pacer, Bloomberg, Westlaw and court websites.

　　To learn more about DLA Piper, please visit our website (https://www.dlapiper.com/en/us/) .

　　We offer exceptional career opportunities in an environment that is challenging, rewarding, and, we believe, truly different from our competitors. Our employees enjoy a competitive benefits package and a dynamic and diverse environment in which they can build a long and fruitful career and reap the rewards of their success.

　　Physical Demands, Work Environment, and Other Requirements

　　Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

　　Application Process:

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　　Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email.

　　In accordance with California and Washington’s Pay Transparency Laws, pay range for this position, if hired to work in California or Washington, is $63,500 - $84.500. The compensation offered to a candidate selected for employment will be dependent upon various factors, including the candidate’s geographic market, skills, educational and professional background, experience and overall qualifications. Benefits (https://www.dlapipercareers.us/staff/) information may be found on the DLA Piper LLP (US) career site. Agency applications will not be considered.

　　Job: Legal Support

　　Organization: Docketing

　　Title: Docketing Specialist

　　Location: California-Los Angeles

　　Requisition ID: 24000023

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