Litigation Docket Clerk

The role

The Litigation Docket Clerk supports the litigation team by managing case schedules, court deadlines, and filings. This role involves tracking and monitoring deadlines in the Circuit Court of Cook County, surrounding Illinois county courts, and federal courts.

What you will do

• Monitors, reviews, and responds to emails directed to the Docket mailbox within 24 hours
• Enters, updates, and maintains case information in docketing software
• Calculates and calendars deadlines in accordance with court rules and procedures
• Ensures pleadings, orders, and correspondence are attached to docket entries and linked in the Document Management System
• Serves as a point of contact for attorneys, paralegals, and legal support staff
• Communicates directly with courts and agencies as needed
• Performs in-person court and agency runs to execute filings and obtain documents
• Handles electronic filings using public access court websites, PACER, and File & Serve
• Identifies opportunities to improve docketing policies, procedures, forms, and workflows
• Provides backup support to the Litigation Support Specialist

Required qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience

Benefits

• medical benefits
• dental benefits
• vision benefits
• paid parental leave
• tuition reimbursement
• performance-based bonuses

About the company

LP is a relationship-driven firm built on the entrepreneurial spirit, exceptional client service, and growth mindset encapsulated in the LP Way. The firm serves a large pool of diverse clients across practice areas.