Docketing Manager
About this role
The Docketing Manager will lead the configuration and administration of the firm’s docketing system.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee and manage the firm’s litigation docketing and calendaring processes to ensure compliance with all court rules, deadlines, and procedures.
- Implement, configure, and administer the firm’s docketing system (CourtAlert preferred), including user setup, template creation, and system updates.
- Work collaboratively with litigators, paralegals, and administrative staff to ensure all critical dates are accurately entered, tracked, and communicated.
- Develop and maintain written procedures and best practices for docketing and calendaring.
- Train attorneys and staff on docketing procedures and system use if appropriate; provide ongoing support and troubleshooting.
- Monitor court rule changes and update docketing procedures and templates as needed.
- Audit docket entries for accuracy and completeness; conduct periodic reviews to ensure compliance.
- Supervise docketing staff (if applicable), including hiring, training, and performance management.
- Serve as the primary liaison with the docketing system vendor and IT for system maintenance and upgrades.
- Prepare regular reports on docketing activity, compliance, and risk management for firm leadership.
- 5+ years’ experience in litigation docketing within in a law firm environment.
- Experience with a docketing system; CourtAlert experience strongly preferred.
- In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local court rules and procedures.
The salary range for this position is $100,000 to $135,000
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This Docketing Manager position at pFR6HdAh4dPMmBuoykDJF5 was posted on Feb 22, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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