Docketing Manager

Hackensack, New Jersey, US on site Until 8/21/2026 First posted February 22, 2026 Last posted February 22, 2026
Job description

The Docketing Manager will lead the configuration and administration of the firm’s docketing system.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee and manage the firm’s litigation docketing and calendaring processes to ensure compliance with all court rules, deadlines, and procedures.
  • Implement, configure, and administer the firm’s docketing system (CourtAlert preferred), including user setup, template creation, and system updates.
  • Work collaboratively with litigators, paralegals, and administrative staff to ensure all critical dates are accurately entered, tracked, and communicated.
  • Develop and maintain written procedures and best practices for docketing and calendaring.
  • Train attorneys and staff on docketing procedures and system use if appropriate; provide ongoing support and troubleshooting.
  • Monitor court rule changes and update docketing procedures and templates as needed.
  • Audit docket entries for accuracy and completeness; conduct periodic reviews to ensure compliance.
  • Supervise docketing staff (if applicable), including hiring, training, and performance management.
  • Serve as the primary liaison with the docketing system vendor and IT for system maintenance and upgrades.
  • Prepare regular reports on docketing activity, compliance, and risk management for firm leadership.

Requirements

  • 5+ years’ experience in litigation docketing within in a law firm environment.
  • Experience with a docketing system; CourtAlert experience strongly preferred.
  • In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local court rules and procedures.

Benefits

The salary range for this position is $100,000 to $135,000

About this role

Summary

Lead and manage law firm’s docketing system, ensure compliance, train staff, and improve processes.

Job title

Docketing Manager

Experience level

5+ years

Industry

legal

Location requirements

Hackensack, NJ, on-site, remote not specified

Salary

The salary range for this position is $100,000 to $135,000

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

docketingCourtAlertcourt rulessystem administration

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

docketinglitigationsystem administration
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Hackensack, NJ, USA

On-site City