Docketing: meaning, definitions and examples

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docketing

 

[ ˈdɒkɪtɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

legal process

Docketing refers to the systematic recording of events, actions, and deadlines in a legal case. It is an essential part of legal practice, helping lawyers keep track of the status of their cases and ensure that no important deadlines are missed. Docketing helps maintain organization and facilitates communication about the case's progress. Courts may also have their own docketing systems to track cases and hearings.

Synonyms

calendar management, case tracking, record-keeping

Examples of usage

  • The lawyer updated the docketing system with the latest filings.
  • Docketing ensures that all deadlines are met.
  • It's crucial to review the docketing information regularly.
  • The court's docketing revealed several pending cases.

Translations

Translations of the word "docketing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 registro

🇮🇳 दस्तावेज़ पंजीकरण

🇩🇪 Docketing

🇮🇩 pendaftaran

🇺🇦 докетування

🇵🇱 dokumentacja

🇯🇵 ドッケティング

🇫🇷 docketing

🇪🇸 docketing

🇹🇷 docketing

🇰🇷 서류 등록

🇸🇦 تسجيل الملفات

🇨🇿 dokumentace

🇸🇰 dokumentácia

🇨🇳 文件登记

🇸🇮 dokumentacija

🇮🇸 skjalaskráning

🇰🇿 құжаттарды тіркеу

🇬🇪 დოკუმენტების რეგისტრაცია

🇦🇿 dövlət qeydiyyatı

🇲🇽 docketing

Etymology

The term 'docket' originates from the Middle English word 'docket', which is derived from 'docquet', meaning a brief written record or note. This term can be traced back to the early 15th century in England. It is believed to come from the Old French 'dosser', meaning 'to place in a folder'. The use of dockets in the legal sphere gained prominence as the legal system evolved, requiring more structured methods to handle cases efficiently. Over time, docketing has become crucial in legal practices, ensuring that legal professionals can manage and oversee the plethora of cases and administrative tasks that arise in their work. The adaptation of technology and computerized systems in the late 20th century further transformed docketing, moving it from manual entries to sophisticated digital tracking methods.