Beacon Hill was founded to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing. Salary: $70,000 - $90,000 and Comprehensive Benefits Location: Remote (Candidates Must Reside in Chicago, IL or Kansas City, MO) A highly respected law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Docket Specialist to join its team. This position offers the flexibility of working remotely while remaining closely connected to one of the firm's Midwest offices. Candidates must be based in the Chicago or Kansas City metropolitan areas. The Litigation Docket Specialist will be responsible for maintaining litigation calendars, calculating deadlines, monitoring court activity, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local court rules. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented legal professional who excels in a fast-paced environment and possesses strong litigation support experience. Responsibilities: * Maintain and manage litigation calendars and docketing systems for attorneys across multiple jurisdictions. * Review pleadings, court filings, notices, and correspondence to identify and calculate critical deadlines. * Monitor federal, state, appellate, and local court rules to ensure accurate calendaring. * Track and communicate upcoming deadlines to attorneys, paralegals, and legal support staff. * Review electronic court notifications and update docket records accordingly. * Conduct court rule research and provide deadline guidance to legal teams. * Generate reports and perform routine audits to maintain docket accuracy and compliance. * Assist with filing-related procedural questions and best practices. Qualifications: * 3+ years of litigation docketing experience within a law firm environment. * Strong knowledge of federal and state court rules and procedural deadlines. * Experience with legal calendaring and docketing software. * Familiarity with PACER, CM/ECF, and state e-filing systems. * Exceptional organization, attention to detail, and analytical skills. * Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and legal staff. * Strong written and verbal communication skills. Compensation & Benefits: * $70,000 - $90,000 annual salary, depending on experience. * 100% remote work arrangement. * Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. * 401(k) with employer contribution. * Generous PTO and paid holidays. * Professional development and growth opportunities. * Collaborative and supportive team environment. Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply. California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. If you would like to complete our voluntary self-identification form, please click here or copy and paste the following link into an open window in your browser: https://jobs.beaconhillstaffing.com/eeoc/ Completion of this form is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment, or the terms or conditions of your employment. This form will be used for reporting purposes only and will be kept separate from all other records. Company Profile: Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement. Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs. Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com . Benefits Information: Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings. We look forward to working with you. Beacon Hill. Employing the Future (TM)
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