Senior Litigation Docket Clerk

Responsibilities

• Manage calendaring and track critical dates using CourtAlert or similar rules-based software
• Review court filings and enter calendar deadlines into centralized docketing systems
• Retrieve court documents and maintain/update litigation-related databases
• Communicate deadline information and docketing procedures to attorneys, paralegals, and staff
• Perform case searches using software and internet resources
• Provide backup assistance for electronic court filings in state, federal district, and appellate courts
• Assist with administrative projects and general department support as needed

Requirements

• Strong understanding of court docketing and calendaring procedures
• Deep knowledge of California state and federal court rules and procedures
• Exceptional organizational skills and high attention to detail
• Strong research abilities and proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Flexibility to work overtime and weekends based on department needs

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of prior experience in litigation docketing
• Experience working within a large law firm environment
• Familiarity with CourtAlert, CompuLaw, or MA3000
• Experience with electronic filing systems such as NYSCEF, NexGen, or PACER

Benefits

• Competitive annual compensation range of $95K – $110K
• Comprehensive health care and basic life insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Paid time off, including sick time and vacation
• Parental leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Discretionary, performance-based bonuses

About the Company

Gibson Dunn is a leading global law firm, advising clients on significant transactions and disputes. Our exceptional teams craft and deploy creative legal strategies that are meticulously tailored to every matter, however complex or high-stakes.