Legal Administrative Assistant

Founded in 1920, Akerman is recognized as one of the nation’s premier law firms, with more than 700 lawyers across the United States. 

Akerman is seeking a full-time Legal Administrative Assistant to support the Litigation Practice Group in our growing Wilmington, Delaware office.  This is a hybrid position with the requirement to work in the office at minimum three (3) days per week.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Provide proactive administrative support to our attorneys and the litigation team.
• Draft and edit correspondence, pleadings, discovery; prepare and format complex legal documents, including tables of contents, tables of authorities, and exhibits.
• File documents with courts and administrative agencies using electronic filing systems.
• Prepare for trials, including organizing exhibits, preparing witness lists, and coordinating with court personnel.
• Maintain attorneys’ calendars; submit expense reports;  submit time entries.
• Assist with reviewing client proformas/prebills (Paperless Billing).
• Prepare conflicts checks/drafting engagement letters/new matter openings.
• Other responsibilities may include heavy caseload file maintenance and other various duties as assigned.

Requirements and skills: 

• A minimum of (5) years of experience in litigation legal support 
• E-Filing experience within state, district, and appellate courts is required
• Knowledge of legal terminology, regulations and court systems
• Working knowledge of Litigation applications such as Legal Tracker, CompuLaw, or CounselLink would be advantageous
• Advanced technology skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel and PDF programs)
• Strong organizational and outstanding time-management skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Utilize good judgement
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills, ability to prioritize and willingness to learn.  Candidates must also work efficiently under pressure while working in a fast pace and team environment.

We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package.  Please submit your resume and salary requirements.  EOE

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