Litigation Docketing Specialist

Litigation Docketing SpecialistGreenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm with locations across the world in 15 countries, has an exciting employment opportunity for you. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package, along with the opportunity to work in an innovative and collaborative environment.Join our Team as a Litigation Docketing Specialist in our Las Vegas OfficeWe are seeking a highly skilled professional who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The ideal candidate possesses strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in every task. Excellent communication skills are essential for collaborating effectively across teams and delivering exceptional client service.

With a client-focused mindset and an initiative-taking approach, you will play a critical role in driving success, anticipating needs, and providing strategic solutions. If you are someone who demonstrates initiative, adaptability, and innovation, we invite you to join our team.Position SummaryThe Litigation Docketing Specialist will be an experienced legal professional who has chosen to channel their strong litigation skills into the focus area of calendaring management. This position provides docketing support using ProLaw for the Las Vegas office and its associated practice area groups. We are looking for a candidate with litigation experience in Nevada who can work independently and take ownership of the docketing function for the Las Vegas office.

The position reports directly to the Business Director of the Las Vegas office. Candidate should also be flexible to work overtime as needed.Key ResponsibilitiesReviews emails received within each assigned public folder comprised of internal emails from case teams, scanned mail and ECF filings/serves to determine docketing necessityMakes informed decisions as to whether the docket items qualify to be added to each case teams' Outlook calendarAssesses and stages priority of all received items to create a queue for each public folderEnters and updates applicable deadlines in ProLaw using the Westlaw Legal Calendaring Rules.Communicates with Litigation department to gather necessary information on case set-ups and managementPerforms limited research as needed in the context of verifying applicability of deadlinesResponds to inquiries from the litigation teams regarding docketed events, deadlines, and rulesMaintains and strives to improve processes and procedures to ensure accurate entry of calendar/docket datesQualificationsSkills & CompetenciesSubstantial experience computing deadlines for state, federal and appellate courtsStrong knowledge of litigation processes, court rules and proceduresStrong critical thinking skills to process complex orders and analyze effects on other case deadlinesAbility to research, analyze and summarize issues in writing and possess excellent attention to detailFamiliarity with various court websites, docket searching and document retrieval databasesAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of the organization and collaborate well in a teamCandidate must be a self-starter who can work independently with minimal supervisionPosition also requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines, effectively prioritize multiple tasksExcellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written), professional demeanor and presentationHigh attention to detail, outstanding organizational skills, and the ability to manage time effectivelyEducation & Prior ExperienceBachelor's Degree or equivalent experience preferredMinimum 5 years of current Nevada Litigation experience on case teams and 5 years of current Federal Litigation experiencePrior litigation paralegal or legal secretary experience preferredPrior work experience in large firms preferredTechnologyPrior experience with rules-based calendar systems (ProLaw, Compulaw or eDockets software) requiredComputer proficiency in Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook and Adobe AcrobatExceptional computer skills with the ability to learn new software applications quicklyUnderstanding of AI capabilities, limitations, and responsible use in a professional environmentFamiliarity with, or willingness to learn, firm-approved AI tools (e.g., Copilot, ChatGPT, or similar platforms) to support daily workflow and/or improve work qualityThe expected pay range for this position is:$40.04 - $40.82 per hourActual pay will be adjusted based on experience, location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. Full time employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, short term disability, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, 401K, vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program. Additional voluntary programs include: voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance and pet insurance.

Commuter and Transit programs may also be available in certain markets.GT is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to merit-based consideration and review without regard to an individual's race, sex, or other protected characteristics and to the principles of non-discrimination on any protected basis.