Paralegal | Litigation | 147056

A leading national law firm is seeking a Paralegal ARC Docketing & Filing Specialist to provide essential docketing, calendaring, and court filing support to attorneys firm-wide. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with extensive experience managing litigation deadlines, electronic court filings, and compliance with court rules.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review legal documents to identify critical deadlines and enter them into the firm’s docketing system.
• Research and respond to inquiries regarding court rules, filing procedures, and deadlines.
• Perform electronic filings for federal, state, appellate, and administrative courts.
• Coordinate with attorneys, paralegals, and client service specialists to ensure timely filings.
• Maintain and update case files, ensuring accuracy and compliance with firm policies.
• Work with outside service vendors for process service and document retrieval.

Compensation:

• California & New York: $80,000 – $95,000
• Compensation is based on experience, location, and firm standards.

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Professional development opportunities

Work Expectations & Schedule

• Full-time position with standard office hours.
• Hybrid or remote work options may be available depending on location.
• Must be available to manage urgent court filings and deadlines.

Candidate Parameters

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years in a law firm or corporate legal department.
• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite and legal docketing systems.
• Court Knowledge: Strong understanding of federal and state court rules, electronic filing procedures, and agency filings.
• Soft Skills: Detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to manage multiple deadlines.