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How much do docketing manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for docketing manager in Utah is $109,132.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $86,900.00 and $127,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a docketing manager?

Docketing Managers are professionals responsible for overseeing and maintaining the docketing system within a law firm or legal department. They manage important legal deadlines, track court dates, and ensure that all filings and documentation are properly recorded and monitored. Docketing Managers also supervise docketing staff, implement best practices, and ensure compliance with court rules and procedures. Their role is crucial in preventing missed deadlines and supporting the smooth operation of legal processes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a docketing manager?

To thrive as a Docketing Manager, you need in-depth knowledge of legal procedures, strong organizational skills, and experience managing docketing systems, often supported by a bachelor's degree or paralegal certification. Familiarity with docketing software like CPI, PATTSY, or Foundation IP and understanding of intellectual property databases are typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for ensuring accuracy and coordination within legal teams. These skills and qualifications are vital to minimize legal risks, maintain compliance, and ensure timely case management in a law firm or corporate legal department.

How does a docketing manager typically collaborate with legal teams to ensure deadlines are met?

A Docketing Manager works closely with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to track and manage important legal deadlines, such as court filings, patent or trademark submissions, and compliance dates. They maintain and update the docketing system, routinely communicate upcoming deadlines to the legal team, and proactively follow up on outstanding tasks. This collaboration helps prevent missed deadlines and ensures that all legal requirements are met in a timely manner. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential in this role, as is the ability to coordinate effectively across multiple practice areas.

What is the difference between Docketing Manager vs Patent Paralegal?

AspectDocketing ManagerPatent Paralegal
CredentialsTypically requires a paralegal certification or relevant legal experienceUsually holds a paralegal certificate or degree, with specialized patent law training
Work EnvironmentLegal firms, corporate legal departments, patent law firmsPatent law firms, corporate legal departments, intellectual property teams
Primary ResponsibilitiesManaging patent docket schedules, deadlines, and legal filingsPreparing patent documents, assisting with patent prosecution, and docketing

The Docketing Manager oversees patent docket schedules and legal deadlines, focusing on managing the docketing process. Patent Paralegals assist with patent document preparation and prosecution, often handling docketing tasks as part of their role. While both roles require knowledge of patent procedures, the Docketing Manager has a broader managerial focus, whereas Patent Paralegals are more involved in document preparation and patent prosecution support.

What are the most commonly searched types of Docketing jobs in Utah?

The most popular types of Docketing jobs in Utah are:

Infographic showing various Docketing Manager job openings in Utah as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,132 per year, or $52.5 per hour.

Litigation Docketing Specialist - Utah

Salt Lake City, UT • On-site

Holland & Hart LLP
Law Firms • 501 - 1,000 employees

$28.24 - $47.07/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago


Job description

Litigation Docketing Specialist

The Litigation Docketing Specialist will report to the Docketing Manager and is a client focused, detail-oriented position that provides national, multi-jurisdictional litigation docketing support firm-wide. To be successful in this role, a candidate needs a strong knowledge of court rules and procedures in Utah state and federal courts, to independently identify deadlines based on jurisdiction rules.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Make entries of litigation deadlines into the docketing database following docketing procedures and methods of entry.
  • Thoroughly reviews filed documents and written docketing requests to ensure all deadlines are identified and docketed.
  • Performs research as needed in the context of verifying applicability of deadlines.
  • Communicates regularly with case teams to gather additional information necessary to accurately maintain case docketing.
  • Handle all case team inquiries and requests in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Monitor internal team inboxes in order to execute on the receipt and retention of all court filings.
  • Monitor cases with the use of various online resources, distributing documents as requested.
  • May support multiple projects assigned by the Docketing Manager or senior team members.
  • Maintains litigation docketing team protocols.
  • Performs additional duties and tasks assigned, demonstrating flexibility and a commitment to supporting the firm's overall objectives.

Competencies:

Communication – Understands the importance of and demonstrates verbal, written, and non-verbal communications.

Customer/Client Experience – Creates a consistent and exceptional experience for others, whether directly to external clients/customers or indirectly through internal support, that elevates the overall perception of the firm.

Job Knowledge & Technical Skill – Demonstrates an understanding of objectives, duties, responsibilities, and expectations of the job with exceptional quality work.

Team Player – Works within team and cross-functionally to meet required results.

Job Qualifications (Education, Experience and Certification):

  • Associate's degree preferred.
  • Two (2) + years of litigation docketing, calendaring and civil procedure experience.
  • Knowledge of various Court websites, litigation procedures, docket searching and document retrieval databases.
  • Proven aptitude to learn new software applications.
  • Ability to read a legal document and conclude if a future deadline is evident.
  • Strong level of knowledge to identify court rules and procedures in Utah state and federal courts.
  • Proven ability to learn and retain new information quickly.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with all levels within the firm.
  • Ability to handle and maintain confidential or sensitive information.
  • Strong attention to details with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong analytical, data entry, and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this position, the employee must have the ability to sit, stand and/or walk for extended periods of time; manipulate (lift, carry, move) weights of at least ten (10) pounds; have repetitive wrist/hand/finger movement to work on a computer and/or related office equipment; speak clearly and concisely so listeners can understand; and regularly understand the speech of another person.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by this position to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment:

Professional office atmosphere. Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting or standing for prolonged periods. Position may require occasional off-hour meetings and events.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those this position may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Schedule:

This positions will start as a hybrid role throughout the onboarding period, then transition to a primarily remote schedule. Additional days in-office may be required depending on business need and the demands of specific tasks. The hybrid work structure may change at any time, including the number of in-office day requirement.

Compensation:

Holland & Hart offers of employment take into consideration a candidate's education, training, and experience, as well as the position's work location, external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. A discretionary bonus may be available based upon performance. The Colorado salary range is $28.24 to $47.07 per hour. A discretionary bonus may be available based upon performance.

Application Window:

The application window is anticipated to close on or after Friday, September 4, 2026. Holland & Hart reserves the right to close the position prior to or after this date.

Application Note:

We ask that all candidates complete this application independently, without the use of AI tools or assistants (such as ChatGPT, Copilot, or similar). We value your authentic responses and want to understand your genuine experience and thinking.

Benefits:

Holland & Hart works hard to promote work/life balance with a 37.5-hour scheduled work week for most staff employees, a robust wellness program, and generous PTO and holiday pay for eligible employees. Full-time employees become eligible for benefits on the date hire, with a benefits offering that includes medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, EAP, STD, and LTD. Also available are voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurances, as well as a 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match. In addition, the firm has programs that may provide for educational assistance, free or discounted legal services, and opportunities through the Holland & Hart Foundation, which is a non-profit organization dedicated to creating volunteer opportunities for lawyers, staff, families, and friends of Holland & Hart LLP. Part-time employees may have access to some of these benefits, which may be on a pro-rated basis.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.