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Remote Docketing Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Litigation Docketing Specialist (Temporary) Location: 100% Remote (Must Work West Coast Hours) LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking experienced Litigation Docketing Specialists for a fully remote ...

Litigation Docketing Specialist (Temporary) Location: 100% Remote (Must Work West Coast Hours) LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking experienced Litigation Docketing Specialists for a fully remote ...

Docketing Specialist

Sacramento, CA · On-site +1

$39 - $50/hr

(Sacramento or San Francisco, Full-time, Remote) Fisher Phillips, a premier international labor and employment law firm, is seeking a highly detail-oriented and experienced Docketing Specialist with ...

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How much do remote docketing jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote docketing in California is $109,124.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $114,500.00 and $115,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote docketing?

A Remote Docketing job involves managing legal deadlines, filings, and case schedules for law firms or legal departments from a remote location. Professionals in this role use docketing software to track court dates, statutes of limitations, and procedural requirements. They ensure attorneys meet critical deadlines by maintaining accurate and up-to-date case records. Strong attention to detail, familiarity with legal procedures, and proficiency in docketing systems are essential skills for this job.

What does a remote docketing do?

In a Remote Docketing position, your daily responsibilities often include reviewing incoming legal documents, accurately entering key dates and deadlines into docketing or calendaring systems, and ensuring all filings meet jurisdictional requirements. You may also be responsible for communicating deadline reminders to attorneys and legal staff, monitoring updates from courts or regulatory bodies, and helping resolve scheduling conflicts. Collaboration with legal assistants and paralegals—often via virtual meetings or shared platforms—is also common. Staying up-to-date with procedural changes and maintaining detailed records are essential parts of the job, making it important to be proactive and detail-oriented while working remotely.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in remote docketing, and why are they important?

To excel in Remote Docketing, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and an understanding of legal documentation and deadlines, often supported by experience in legal support or paralegal studies. Familiarity with docketing software, legal calendaring systems, and case management tools like Clio or ProLaw is highly valuable. Excellent time management, communication skills, and the ability to work independently are key to thriving remotely in this position. These abilities ensure accurate tracking of critical legal deadlines and enable smooth workflow within legal teams, reducing the risk of costly errors.

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

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Infographic showing various Remote Docketing job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,124 per year, or $52.5 per hour.

Litigation Docketing Specialist

Los Angeles, CA • Remote

LHH US
Human Resource Programs Administration • 10K+ employees

$30 - $37/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago


Job description

Litigation Docketing Specialist - Temporary
LHH is seeking experienced Litigation Docketing Specialists for a fully remote, temporary opportunity supporting a busy litigation docketing team. There are three openings, and the team is looking to move quickly.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced litigation docketing professional who is comfortable managing a high-volume workload, working independently, and accurately calculating deadlines across California and federal courts.
Position Details
  • Position: Litigation Docketing Specialist - Temporary
  • Openings: 3
  • Location: 100% Remote
  • Schedule: Must be available to work West Coast/Pacific Time hours
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Status: Temporary with a strong likelihood of overtime
  • Reporting To: Litigation Docketing Manager
About the Role
The Litigation Docketing Specialist will provide high-volume docketing and calendaring support for attorneys and legal teams handling federal, state, and agency matters. The successful candidate will be able to quickly step into an active workload and help reduce a significant backlog.
This position requires exceptional attention to detail, strong knowledge of litigation deadlines and court rules, and the ability to work independently in a fully remote environment.
Responsibilities
  • Enter and maintain litigation deadlines and case information in CompuLaw Vision
  • Calculate deadlines for California state courts and federal courts
  • Review pleadings, court documents, correspondence, and case team requests to identify and calculate deadlines
  • Provide accurate and timely calendaring support to attorneys and legal staff
  • Respond to attorney and staff questions regarding court rules and deadlines
  • Conduct jurisdictional research and summarize findings for case teams
  • Create and distribute deadline reports for review and confirmation
  • Perform quality-control checks to ensure the accuracy of docket entries
  • Identify and escalate potential issues to senior docketing staff or the Litigation Docketing Manager
  • Maintain compliance with established docketing procedures and best practices
  • Stay current with California, federal, and general litigation rules
  • Assist with a high-volume workload and work overtime as needed
Qualifications
  • 2+ years of litigation docketing experience within a law firm
  • CompuLaw Vision experience is required
  • California state court docketing experience is required
  • Strong understanding of litigation procedures, court rules, deadlines, and legal terminology
  • Experience calculating complex litigation deadlines
  • Ability to work effectively in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
  • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and critical-thinking skills
  • Resourceful and able to independently research and resolve issues
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision
  • Ability and willingness to work West Coast hours
  • Flexibility to work significant overtime as workload demands
Preferred Qualifications
  • Large law firm experience
  • Experience with additional rules-based calendaring systems, such as Milana
  • Paralegal certificate, college degree, or equivalent relevant experience
  • Strong Microsoft Office skills
  • Extensive familiarity with California litigation rules and procedures
Why This Opportunity?
  • 100% remote
  • Immediate start
  • Work with an established litigation docketing team
  • Opportunity to support a growing department
  • Significant overtime potential
  • High-impact role helping a busy team manage a substantial litigation workload
Hourly: $30-37/hr
Benefits:
Depending on the specific client, location, and role, the benefits may include PTO, medical, dental, vision, term life and AD&D insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, wellness plans, and a 401k plan or a non-qualified deferred compensation plan. Additionally, you may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Bonus eligibility and amount are based upon company and/or individual performance.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Pay Details: $30.00 to $37.00 per hour
Search managed by: Jenny Ade
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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LHH Recruitment Solutions is a division of the Adecco Group, the world's leading HR Solutions provider and the 7th best workplace in the world. We are an industry leader in temporary and permanent recruitment within accounting and finance. We work with premier clients, from small businesses to Global Fortune 500 companies, and we know that every opening is more than a job, and that every candidate is more than a resume. We work closely with candidates to understand their needs and apply our industry expertise to make matches for clients that drive business results. Our ability to dynamically balance your needs with the right Solutions gives clients and candidates the right fit to succeed. We are an evolving organization and take pride in a culture of trust, where we celebrate diversity, equality and inclusion. We always put our people first, drive a growth mindset and foster a collective spirit. We understand that talent and potential come from every section of society, regardless of gender, race, age, or physical ability. At the Adecco Group, we are committed to making the future work for everyone!

Industry

Human resource programs administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Jacksonville, FL, US