Docketing Clerk - Houston (Hybrid)

Job ID#: 38559

Our Downtown Houston client and detail-oriented Docketing Clerk to support a fast-paced litigation and trial team. The ideal candidate thrives under pressure, can manage competing deadlines, and has extensive experience supporting high-volume litigation practices in a law firm environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage litigation calendars, court deadlines, and docketing activities for busy trial teams
• Review court filings, rules, scheduling orders, and correspondence to calculate and calendar deadlines accurately
• Monitor federal, state, and local court dockets and ensure timely updates to attorneys and staff
• Coordinate with attorneys, paralegals, and litigation support teams regarding upcoming deadlines, hearings, trials, and filings
• Assist with trial preparation and support multiple active matters simultaneously
• Maintain accurate case information and documentation within document management systems
• Generate reports and provide deadline reminders to legal teams
• Ensure compliance with court rules, filing procedures, and internal protocols

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of docketing or litigation support experience in a law firm environment
• Prior experience supporting a high-volume, busy trial team is required
• Strong working knowledge of federal and state court rules and calendaring procedures
• Experience with iManage and/or NetDocuments (NetDocs) is required
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and litigation calendaring systems
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize effectively and work independently in a deadline-driven environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Preferred Skills

• Experience with complex commercial litigation, mass tort, or trial-heavy practices
• Familiarity with e-filing systems across multiple jurisdictions
• Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-moving legal environment

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive professional who enjoys working in a collaborative, high-energy litigation setting.

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