Legal Assistant jobs in Delaware
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Legal Assistant
- C&M Legal Search, LLC
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Wilmington, DE
FULL_TIME
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Legal Assistant
Our client is seeking a Legal Assistant (Paralegal) to join their Firm. Within this position, you will be responsible for assisting the Litigation practice area attorneys and case teams in all phases and aspects of Litigation work. This position will be based in their Wilmington office.
- Provides attorneys, members of the Department and other professional staff with diversified administrative and case support by handling complex tasks and projects, with limited supervision, throughout all phases and aspects of Litigation work.
- Handles complex projects with limited supervision.
- Assists with the preparation and/or filing of pleadings, court papers, forms, etc., as needed.
- Provides support throughout all phases of discovery, including document review, production and depositions.
- Assists with preparation for interviews, hearings, trials, and/or client meetings.
- Assists with retrieval of rules, regulations and company profiles, as needed.
- Proofreads briefs, memoranda of law, opinions and other documents, as needed.
- Pulls cases, shepardizes briefs and handles or coordinates cite-checking, as needed.
- Performs non-legal research using various research tools, including the Internet, Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER, and/or other court-related websites for case law, statutes, articles, books, etc.
- Updates attorney and case team binders.
- Manages databases in accordance with Firm standards.
- Assists other legal assistants and attorneys across practice areas.
- Organizes and manages electronic and paper files.
- Ensures that all files are maintained within Department-approved protocols and case management systems.
- Maintains the integrity of client files.
- Demonstrates strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to facilitate effective work relationships.
- Manages Firm resources responsibly.
- Provides regular and reliable in-office presence.
- Complies with and understands Firm operation, policies and procedures.
- Performs other related duties, as assigned or needed.
Qualifications- Knowledge of relevant Firm computer software programs (e.g., Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint), with the ability to learn new software and operating systems
- Working knowledge of Court of Chancery rules and procedures
- Ability to proficiently navigate various electronic databases and document management systems
- Working knowledge of Relativity and other e-discovery applications such as TextMap and CaseMap
- Fluency with court filings, in both paper and electronic (e-filing formats)
- Ability to assist in the preparation of, and during, arbitrations/trials and/or closings
- Strong research skills and proficiency in using various research tools, including the Internet, Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER, and other court-related websites and/or media and financial services
- Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, organizational and planning skills
- Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing
- Ability to work well independently, as well as effectively, within a team
- Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality
- Ability to organize and prioritize work
- Ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities
- Ability to work well in a demanding and fast-paced environment
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Demonstrates close attention to detail
- Flexibility to travel, as required
- Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs
Education and Experience- Bachelor’s degree
- Minimum of three years of experience in a legal assistant position or a position requiring similar skillset, expertise and experience
- 2 Months Ago
Legal Assistant
- C&M Legal Search, LLC
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Wilmington, DE
FULL_TIME
- Legal Assistant Our client is seeking a Legal Assistant (Paralegal) to join their Firm. Within this position, you will be responsible for assisting the Litigation practice area attorneys and case team...
- 2 Months Ago
Legal Admin Assistant / Criminal Justice - Digital Reporter
- Veritext Legal Solutions
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Wilmington, DE
FULL_TIME
- Job DescriptionWe are seeking a tech-savvy individual looking for a career within the legal system to join our team as a Digital Reporter! In this role, you will use high-quality digital audio equipme...
- 7 Days Ago
Legal Assistant
- Estate & Elder Law Services
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Wilmington, DE
FULL_TIME
- We are seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and analytical individual, who excels in strategic thinking, to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for helping tho...
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Legal Project Administrator (Full-time)
- Agile Legal
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Middletown, DE
FULL_TIME
- Agile Legal is a dynamic and fast-growing legal company dedicated to delivering innovative solutions and exceptional service to our clients. With a commitment to excellence and integrity, we strive to...
- 7 Days Ago
Legal Project Manager (Full-time)
- Agile Legal
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Middletown, DE
FULL_TIME
- $22/hour (W-2 full-time position)We are seeking the direct hire of a legal project manager (LPM) for our team in our Middletown, Delaware office. This is an entry level in-office position. The LPM is ...
- 7 Days Ago
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- Tempositions, Inc.
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- Margolis Edelstein
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- Legal Assistant Margolis Edelstein, a premier insurance defense firm is seeking a Legal Assistant to join our Mount Laur...
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- LHH
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- LHH
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Legal Assistant
- LHH
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- Margolis Edelstein
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About Delaware
Delaware is 96 miles (154 km) long and ranges from 9 miles (14 km) to 35 miles (56 km) across, totaling 1,954 square miles (5,060 km2), making it the second-smallest state in the United States after Rhode Island. Delaware is bounded to the north by Pennsylvania; to the east by the Delaware River, Delaware Bay, New Jersey and the Atlantic Ocean; and to the west and south by Maryland. Small portions of Delaware are also situated on the eastern side of the Delaware River sharing land boundaries with New Jersey. The state of Delaware, together with the Eastern Shore counties of Maryland and two co...
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Income Estimation for Legal Assistant jobs
$50,360 to $66,704
Most Popular Cities in Delaware for Legal Assistant Jobs
What does a Legal Assistant do?
Legal Assistant in Taunton, MA
Documentation Skills, Meeting Planning, Telephone Skills, General Office Experience.
March 15, 2023
Legal Assistant in Solon, OH
Collect and enter data in file management systems.
March 30, 2023
Legal Assistant in Pittsburgh, PA
Performs other related tasks as assigned or required.
March 16, 2023