SeniorLitigationDocketSpecialist

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. The firm’s work is distinguished by a unique combination of precision and vision. Based in Dallas or Houston, the Sr. Litigation Docket Specialist is responsible for the daily activities in a Managing Attorney’s Office, including the filing, service and retrieval of court documents; research; maintaining and updating all related databases; processing incoming court documents, checking dockets for updates, docketing/calendaring and running reports; communicating with court personnel and attorneys regarding proper filing procedures. This role reports to the Managing Clerk. Responsibilities include: Providing support to litigation attorneys, including research, retrieval of documents, and service of process. Communicating with attorneys, paralegals, and staff regarding procedural requirements and/or revisions to court filings. Coordinate delivery of courtesy copies to court, as necessary. Performing electronic court filings for state and federal district and appellate courts. Screening and reviewing incoming and outgoing court documents to ensure compliance with court rules and procedures. Reviewing court filings and entering calendar deadlines in centralized docketing software (CourtAlert). Tracking critical dates and related details to communicate information to attorneys, paralegals and/or staff, as necessary. Searching cases using the software and internet resources as necessary. Assisting with other administrative projects or providing other general back-up support as necessary. Ability to work overtime as necessary. Qualifications: An understanding of court docketing and calendaring procedures and familiarity with court filings and general rules of court for processing pleadings. Excellent organizational skills and except