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Senior Docketing Specialist

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$88K - $122K/yr

This role will be responsible for performing a wide array of general litigation research and support functions for Latham & Watkins attorneys, staff, and clients within the Litigation Services ...

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What is it like to work at Latham & Watkins?

Latham & Watkins is a global law firm that values a collaborative and inclusive culture, emphasizing teamwork, innovation, and a commitment to excellence. The firm's global network of offices and diverse practice groups foster a dynamic work environment, with opportunities for professionals to work on complex, high-profile matters and develop their skills through training and mentorship programs. For those seeking a challenging and rewarding career in law, Latham & Watkins offers a unique opportunity to work with a talented and experienced team, contributing to the firm's mission of providing exceptional client service and making a meaningful impact in the legal industry.

What makes Latham & Watkins an attractive place to work?

Latham & Watkins is a leading global law firm known for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and client service, with a reputation for delivering high-quality legal advice to clients across various industries. The firm offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment that values diversity, inclusion, and professional development, with opportunities for employees to work on complex and high-profile matters, and to contribute to the firm's thought leadership and community engagement initiatives. Joining Latham & Watkins provides a platform for lawyers and professionals to grow their careers, develop their skills, and make a meaningful impact in the legal industry, while being part of a global network with a strong presence in key markets around the world.

Does Latham & Watkins pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
80% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
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Most people find it easy to get time off.
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How easy is it to take sick days at Latham & Watkins?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
100% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
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Do people at Latham & Watkins recommend working with their team?

Most people recommend working with their team.
100% of people report that they would recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
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Do people get enough training when they start at Latham & Watkins?

Most people got enough training when they started.
80% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
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Do people think Latham & Watkins’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters understands what’s happening where they work.
60% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
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Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
80% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
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Litigation Services Supervising Attorney

Latham & Watkins LLP

Austin, TX • On-site

$200K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago

Latham & Watkins rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

13th of 34 rated law firms

Job description

About Latham & Watkins
Latham & Watkins is one of the world's leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture. If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong.
About the Role
The Litigation Services Supervising Attorney is an integral part of Latham's Litigation Services team. This role will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Texas Litigation Services teams, in collaboration with the Litigation Services Managing Attorney, while developing and supervising the Texas Litigation Services team and playing an active role in hiring, assignment, training, and evaluation of the staff, including recommendations regarding salary and bonus administration. This role will be located in either our Austin or Houston office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.
Responsibilities & Qualifications
Other key responsibilities include:
  • Using Westlaw Edge, Lexis+, Courtlink, Lex Machina, and other research platforms to provide high-level legal research and analysis with respect to procedural issues across many jurisdictions; where appropriate, serving as a resource for strategic legal analysis relating to general litigation procedure and rule interpretation, and remaining abreast of legal trends to ensure comprehensive and current guidance to attorneys and staff
  • Demonstrating an advanced knowledge of applicable court rules and procedures; applying court rules in multiple jurisdictions quickly, efficiently, and in a manner that instills confidence and ensures risk management
  • Developing a repository of judicial insight, including: (1) the review of transcripts to identify themes relevant to pending matters, (2) the compilation of case precedent, recent decisions of interest, reversal rates, motion timing analytics, and judicial biography with notable cases and lawyer commentary, and (3) the tracking of attorney experience before applicable judges
  • Preparing procedural road maps in advance of major court filings to flag applicable rules and requirements, identifying areas of concern (such as preservation of confidentiality), offering relevant templates and precedent, and streamlining collaboration with all team members (including attorneys, Litigation Services, and paralegals, where appropriate) in anticipation of upcoming submissions
  • In collaboration with the Litigation Services Managing Attorney, ensuring that case deadlines are correctly calculated and calendared, overseeing and participating in court and agency filings in paper and electronic formats, adhering to individual court and judicial procedures, and ensuring that applicable deadlines are met
  • Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains

We'd love to hear from you if you:
  • Demonstrate excellence in oral and written communication skills
  • Display the ability to articulate complex court rules and calendaring issues in a comprehensible, accurate, confident, and concise manner
  • Possess well-developed and professional interpersonal skills; ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels of the Firm

And have:
  • A J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school
  • Current bar admission in the state of the practice office or its main jurisdiction of litigation
  • A minimum of five (5) years of experience in a Litigation Services role; a minimum of three (3) years of experience as a Litigation Associate and/or as a court employee may be considered
  • A minimum of two (2) years or more of experience in a supervisory capacity, preferably

Benefits & Additional Information
Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham's comprehensive benefit program which includes:
  • Healthcare, life and disability insurance
  • A generous 401k plan
  • At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
  • Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
  • Professional development programs
  • Employee discounts
  • Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff

Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.
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Pay Range
USD $200,000.00 - USD $230,000.00 /Yr.

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