Director, Regulatory Compliance Specialist, Management

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).

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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:
  Compu Law, Pattsy Wave, Foundation IP preferred
• Strong communication, relationship‑building, and change‑management skills
• Must remain current on USPTO, federal, and state court rules

• Experience with data analytics and AI tools
• Familiarity with Power BI and Denodo
• Experience with in mid‑ to large‑law environments

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

• 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

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• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
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