Docketing Specialist-Remote
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Docketing Specialist- REMOTE
Salary: $72,000-$78,000/yr
Total Rewards:
- Competitive Base Salary + Annual Merit Increases
- On-the-Spot Monthly Bonus Program
- Workplace Flexibility Options
- 401k Retirement Plan with Employer Match & Profit-Sharing Component
- Health, Dental and Vision Coverage + Employer Premium Contribution
- Employer-Paid Group Term Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Employee Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Opportunities for professional development
Why Fennemore
Recognized by Law.com as the fastest-growing law firm in the United States, Fennemore combines a 140-year legacy of excellence with a forward-thinking, people-first culture. We are not your traditional law firm, and that's by design. With more than 20 offices nationwide, we're redefining what a modern law firm can be through innovation, collaboration, and intentional growth.
Our culture is built on empowering our people to succeed. We encourage creativity, embrace new ideas, and foster an environment where employees feel valued, supported, and connected. Industry recognition for employee retention, workplace culture, and job satisfaction reflects our ongoing commitment to investing in our people.
Fennemore is proud to cultivate a strong sense of community, promote work-life balance, and maintain a diverse and inclusive workplace where talented professionals can build rewarding, long-term careers.
Fennemore has an exciting opportunity for a Remote Docketing Specialist to join our growing firm. Reporting to the Docketing Manager, you’ll be part of a collaborative legal team supporting attorneys and legal professionals across the firm by accurately tracking court dates, deadlines, and filing requirements to help keep cases on track and teams informed. Using your strong organizational skills and attention to detail, you’ll work with docketing and document management systems to maintain accurate and reliable information, communicate with colleagues to confirm details and coordinate next steps, and help ensure smooth operations and excellent client service. In this fully remote role, you’ll bring a proactive, self-motivated, and flexible approach to managing your workload while staying connected to your team and the firm’s goals.
What You’ll Do
As a Docketing Specialist, you will:
- Enter and update court dates, deadlines, and events in the firm's docketing system with accuracy and care.
- Review pleadings, motions, and other legal documents to ensure all information is complete and correct.
- Partner with attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants to make sure filings are submitted on time.
- Check docket entries for accuracy and confirm that deadlines meet court and jurisdictional rules.
- Research court rules and procedures and share updates or changes with your team.
- Help improve processes and contribute ideas that make our department more efficient.
- Support team projects and other department needs as requested by the Docketing Manager.
- Work closely with colleagues in all offices to share information, answer questions, and support smooth communication across teams.
- Contribute to a positive, supportive team environment where collaboration and learning are encouraged.
- Other duties/special projects as assigned.
As part of our commitment to collaboration and excellence, this role requires flexibility in daily work schedules during periods of high workload, adhering to departmental and Firm goals and policies, and performing other duties as assigned to support the success of the department and organization.
What You’ll Bring
- Have 1–3 years of experience in litigation docketing in a law firm or legal department.
- Have experience using rule-based calendaring software (CourtAlert is a plus).
- Are comfortable using Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
- Bring strong attention to detail and take pride in producing accurate work.
- Communicate clearly and respectfully with attorneys and team members at all levels.
- Can organize your day, manage deadlines, and stay flexible when priorities shift.
- Enjoy solving problems and researching answers when something new comes your way.
- Work well both independently and as part of a team.
- Approach your work with reliability, professionalism, and a collaborative spirit.
- Are curious, open to learning new technologies, and excited to grow with a supportive team.
Please note: This position requires a background check as part of the firm’s standard hiring process.
PLEASE CONSIDER APPLYING TODAY
Fennemore is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people from all social, economic, and ethnic groups, as well as individuals with disabilities, to apply for our positions. Fennemore is dedicated to maintaining an atmosphere that fosters diversity in personal backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. If your experience and qualifications are close to what you see listed here, even if not a perfect match, please still consider applying. If you require assistance or need reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills. Employees may be required to perform duties outside their normal assigned responsibilities as needed.
Salary: $72,000-$78,000/yr
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