Director

Docketing Director (Remote with Limited Travel)
Employment Type:

Full-Time, Permanent

Work Model:

Primarily Remote with ~15% travel to a local office (Seattle preferred)

Schedule:

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. local time

Hours:

Most offices work 37.5 hours/week; role may require occasional flex beyond standard hours due to national team locations

Target pay Range:

$130,000–$235,000 (depending on geographical location)

Annual Bonus:

Up to 10% (mid-year payout, based on firm + individual performance)

Preferred Hiring Markets:

Seattle, Denver, Austin, Dallas, Boise, Chicago, Madison, Phoenix, Portland, District of Columbia, Florida, Virginia, Pennsylvania, Maryland

Maybe Considered:

CA & NY (may consider exceptional candidates)

LHH is working with a national law firm who is seeking a Docketing Director to oversee a large, multi-location docketing team supporting litigation, trademark, and patent practices. This is a primarily remote role with approximately 15% travel to a local office (Seattle preferred).

The structure includes 3 direct reports (Litigation Lead, Trademark Lead, Patent Lead) and approximately 24 indirect reports. The department is stable, organized, well-supported, and technologically advanced (including AI-enabled workflows).

Leadership & Management

Lead a team of 25+ docketing professionals across multiple locations

Manage staffing, workload planning, compensation decisions, and promotions

Support departmental change management and strategic initiatives

Operational Oversight

Evaluate and optimize docketing systems, processes, and accuracy controls

Maintain quality assurance protocols and ensure compliance with rules and statutes

Oversee training programs and maintain comprehensive docketing resources

Manage departmental budgets and expenses

Policy, Compliance & Collaboration

Maintain and update firmwide docketing policies and procedures

Function as the primary subject matter expert for litigation, trademark, and patent docketing

Ensure the department remains current on USPTO, federal, and state court requirements

Provide reporting and guidance to firm and practice leadership

Technology & Process Improvement

Oversee docketing software performance and partner with IT on enhancements

Identify efficiency opportunities through technology, automation, and best practices

Support analytics and reporting across multiple practices

Required Qualifications

10+ years supervisory/management experience, including 3+ years at a senior level

5+ years legal docketing experience in a large law firm or similar environment

Extensive experience in patent docketing (non‑negotiable)

Strong experience leading large, multi‑location teams

Advanced understanding of litigation, trademark, and patent docketing

Expertise with calendaring/docketing systems:

CompuLaw, Pattsy Wave, FoundationIP

preferred

Strong communication, relationship‑building, and change‑management skills

Must remain current on USPTO, federal, and state court rules

Preferred Skills

Experience with data analytics and AI tools

Familiarity with

Power BI

and

Denodo

Experience within mid‑ to large‑law environments

Education

Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MBA or similar) preferred

Benefits

Medical:

100% employer‑paid premiums for high‑deductible plans

Dependent Coverage:

Employer pays 30–45% of child coverage

HSA Contributions:

Employee‑only: $83.33/month ($500 in Jan & July); Employee + children: $150/month ($900 in Jan & July); If HSA declined: $83.33 taxable monthly payment

Time Off:

20 days PTO annually for new hires; 1 paid community service day; 3 floating “heart and soul” days; 10 paid holidays

Retirement:

401(k) match at 50 cents on the dollar up to 6%

Sabbaticals:

Eligible after 10 years (8 weeks), additional eligibility after 20 years

Transportation:

No employer‑paid parking; travel for required onsite visits is reimbursed

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

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