Legal Secretary how-to
How to Calendar a Court Deadline Correctly
Missed deadlines can lose cases.
Quick answer
Missed deadlines can lose cases. In short: read; count; check, then complete the remaining steps below.
Step by step
Read the order or rule.
Count days correctly.
Check court holidays.
Enter in the docket system.
Add reminders.
Have a second person check.
Safety reminders for legal secretaries
- Protect client confidentiality
- Follow privilege rules
- Secure documents
- Use ergonomic setups
Key terms
Docket · E-filing · Pleading · Motion · Deposition · Exhibit: see the full legal secretary glossary.