Senior Litigation Docket Specialist

Responsibilities

• Provide support to litigation attorneys, including research, document retrieval, and service of process
• Perform electronic court filings for state and federal district and appellate courts
• Screen and review incoming and outgoing court documents to ensure compliance with court rules and procedures
• Review court filings and enter calendar deadlines into centralized docketing software (e.g., CourtAlert)
• Track critical dates and communicate information to attorneys, paralegals, and staff
• Travel to courts and administrative agencies to process filings and retrieve decisions as necessary
• Search cases using specialized software and internet resources
• Assist with administrative projects and provide general back-up support

Requirements

• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills for interacting with lawyers and court staff
• High level of organization and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to plan, organize, and complete multiple related activities under tight deadlines
• Understanding of court docketing and calendaring procedures
• Familiarity with court filings and general rules of court for processing pleadings

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a Managing Attorney or Clerk’s Office
• Experience working in a large law firm
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and rules-based calendaring software (e.g., CourtAlert, CompuLaw, MA3000)
• Experience with federal, state, and local electronic filing systems (e.g., NYSCEF, NexGen, PACER)
• Knowledge of court rules and procedures for Washington D.C. state and federal courts

Benefits

• Health care coverage
• Retirement benefits
• Paid time off, including sick time and vacation
• Parental leave
• Basic life insurance
• 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.