Litigation Docket Specialist

Job Description

Litigation Docket Specialist | Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

The Tone:
This is an entry-level, full-time role at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP, located in New York, NY. The firm is a prominent legal organization providing comprehensive litigation services to its clients. This position is essential for supporting litigation practices by diligently tracking case deadlines, updating critical case information, and monitoring court filings, thereby ensuring all important dates and details are accurately recorded for the legal teams.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, New York, NY
• Pay: $60000–$75000 yearly
• Team: Reports to a Senior Docketing Specialist within the litigation support team
• Mission: Ensures all litigation-related deadlines, case updates, and court filings are accurately and timely recorded and tracked.
• Tech Stack: PACER, Milana, CasePortal, Bloomberg, Lexis/Nexis, Firm docketing software

What You’ll Actually Do
• Manage Communications: Review incoming emails and requests, drafting appropriate responses for attorneys and firm administration.
• Maintain Docket Records: Perform entry-level docketing and update calendars within the firm’s specialized docketing software.
• Support Electronic Filings: Assist with and receive training on basic electronic filing procedures in federal and state jurisdictions.
• Conduct Research and Due Diligence: Perform litigation docket searches and communicate with court personnel as necessary.
• Ensure Data Quality: Conduct quality checks on all docket entries and escalate complex questions or issues to a Senior Docketing Specialist.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree, with a basic understanding of litigation practices and entry-level litigation-related services.
• Experience: 0 to 2 years of relevant experience, including knowledge of the entry-level litigation docketing and calendaring process.
• Skills: Ability to manage multiple requests and prioritize tasks, strong attention to detail to produce accurate work, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and strong research and analytical capabilities.
• Bonus: Knowledge of various court websites and document retrieval databases such as PACER, Milana, CasePortal, Bloomberg, and Lexis/Nexis, alongside an understanding of basic filing procedures in federal and state courts.