Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant
Akerman LLP•Wilmington, DE
•Hybrid
About The Position
Akerman LLP is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant for its Wilmington office. The position supports attorneys handling complex business and commercial litigation in Delaware state and federal courts. It is hybrid and requires working in the office at least three days per week. The firm offers a compensation and benefits package.
Requirements
- At least five years of litigation legal support experience in a law firm.
- Hands-on Delaware Court of Chancery filing experience.
- Experience with state and federal electronic filing systems.
- Strong knowledge of litigation procedures, court rules, and legal terminology.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and document management systems.
- Strong attention to detail and organization, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, revise, proofread, and finalize pleadings, motions, discovery, correspondence, and other litigation documents.
- Prepare and coordinate electronic filings in the Delaware Court of Chancery, state courts, and federal courts.
- Create tables of contents, tables of authorities, exhibits, and other complex document components.
- Maintain calendars and monitor litigation deadlines.
- Assist with trial and hearing preparation, including exhibits, witness materials, filings, and logistics.
- Enter attorney time, process expenses, and assist with billing.
- Support new matter openings, engagement letters, conflicts, and file maintenance.
- Provide proactive administrative support to attorneys and collaborate with paralegals and other firm professionals.
Benefits
- Excellent compensation and benefits package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
