Job Description

Pay: $85,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Job description:

Note : This position requires employees to work on a hybrid schedule, with four days per week on-site in either the Miami or Tampa office (subject to change after the first 90 days).

Note: The qualified candidate for this position must have at least 2 years of bankruptcy or litigation docketing experience using a rules-based docketing software.

About Our Client
Our client is a highly respected law firm with a strong presence in Florida, providing exceptional legal services across litigation, bankruptcy, and business reorganization. Their collaborative teams are known for professionalism, precision, and delivering top-quality results for clients.

Job Description

• Manage litigation and bankruptcy docketing and calendaring for attorneys and paralegals across multiple practice groups
• Calculate and calendar critical deadlines using rules-based docketing software (Compulaw strongly preferred)
• Review pleadings, motions, and court documents for date-sensitive information and ensure timely notifications
• Research and gather case, party, and court information through databases such as PACER, Westlaw, and CourtDrive
• Provide guidance on local, state, and federal court rules, filing procedures, and deadlines
• Create and distribute docket reports and apply quality control measures for accuracy and risk management
• Collaborate closely with attorneys, paralegals, and staff in weekly team meetings and ongoing projects
• Support miscellaneous docketing and research assignments as needed

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in litigation or bankruptcy docketing with rules-based docketing software (Compulaw preferred)
• Strong knowledge of local, state, and federal court rules and filing procedures
• Familiarity with litigation and bankruptcy case phases, from initiation through appeal
• Bachelors degree preferred; equivalent experience considered
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Excellent organizational skills, detail orientation, and ability to manage multiple deadlines under pressure
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with attorneys, staff, and court personnel
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively in a team environment

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a highly reputable law firm with strong teams in litigation, bankruptcy, and reorganization
• Work in a collaborative environment with ongoing professional growth opportunities
• Hybrid work schedule after an initial 90-day period
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package

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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

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