Docket Clerk (Los Angeles)

  • LHH
  • Los Angeles, California
  • Full Time

Docket Clerk

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Position Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Pay Range: $75,000 - $95,000 annually

At least 2 years docketing experience required

A law firm is seeking a full-time Docket Clerk to support its Los Angeles office. This is a non-exempt position with an 8-hour workday. Following successful completion of the introductory period, the current work arrangement is 2 days on-site and 3 days remote per week.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain accurate calendaring and docketing using centralized docketing software (currently ProLaw; transitioning to Milana)

  • Review court filings and incoming documents to identify, calculate, and calendar deadlines and key dates

  • Monitor court dockets and update calendars and docketing databases accordingly

  • Retrieve court documents and maintain docketing and matter records

  • Run and distribute docketing and calendar reports as needed

  • Conduct docket and case research using docketing systems and online court resources

  • Support attorneys by tracking deadlines, filings, and scheduling details

  • Coordinate with attorneys, paralegals, and staff regarding docketing procedures and deadline inquiries

Qualifications

  • High school diploma required; bachelor's degree preferred

  • Minimum 2 years of docketing experience in a law firm environment

  • Experience with docketing systems, including ProLaw, Compulaw, and/or Milana

  • Strong knowledge of California state and federal court rules and procedures

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat

  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively

  • Availability to work overtime and weekends as needed

Compensation

  • Annual salary range: $75,000 - $95,000

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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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: $75,000.00 to $95,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Laura Londono

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

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.

Job ID: 521243690
Originally Posted on: 5/15/2026

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