Legal Staff Other in Wilmington, DE

Law Firm

Wilmington, DE

Legal Staff Other in Wilmington, DE

Legal Staff

Min 1 yrs required

No

Job Title: Legal Practice Specialist - Litigation

Job Responsibilities:
The Legal Practice Specialist is responsible for providing a variety of administrative support tasks for assigned attorneys within the Litigation Practice Group. The role requires a solutions-oriented individual with excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills. The Legal Practice Specialist operates under general supervision, adhering to instructions and guidelines to perform essential job functions, which include:

- Understanding court rules and civil procedures in Delaware State and Federal jurisdictions, including electronic filing with File &ServeXpress and PACER/CM/ECF.
- Supporting all aspects of trial preparation, including logistics and trial support as needed.
- Conducting internet research using Lexis and Westlaw, obtaining court dockets from PACER, court/agency websites, or other research tools.
- Assembling binders for court/agency filings, services, and client files, including all necessary attachments.
- Managing the intake process beginning with conflicts check through to the creation of the client/matter number.
- Preparing subpoenas, court scheduling stipulations, motions, and brief templates.
- Editing, proofreading, and redlining documents (agreements, pleadings, spreadsheets, and presentations) and correspondence for accuracy, grammar, and formatting.
- Reviewing and editing prebills; working with the billing practice group to ensure timely client billing; preparing expense reports and submitting vendor invoices for timely payment.
- Organizing and maintaining attorney contacts and calendars, including travel logistics and scheduling flights, hotels, and transportation.
- Inputting, reviewing, editing, and updating attorney time entries.
- Coordinating meeting logistics, including scheduling, arranging videoconferences, conference calls, and conference rooms; requesting equipment and food and beverage orders; preparing presentation materials; and welcoming visitors.
- Answering incoming telephone calls and documenting and relaying messages.
- Organizing and maintaining paper and electronic files in accordance with Firm records retention policies.
- Proactively reminding attorneys of impending deadlines and obligations.

Education and Experience Information:
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- At least one (1) year of litigation experience.
- Knowledge of Delaware court rules and civil procedures in Delaware State and Federal jurisdictions, including experience with electronic filing in File &ServeXpress and PACER.
- Familiarity with trial procedures, including managing databases, filing in various jurisdictions, and other aspects of trial preparation.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; professional demeanor and presentation.
- Strong client service skills with high-level standards of excellence in work product to meet or exceed client and Firm expectations.
- Strong organizational skills, time management skills, and attention to detail.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to take initiative and use good judgment and excellent follow-up skills.
- Ability to maintain and handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and diplomacy.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Travel as required to attend trials.

Salary Information:
The job description mentions generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence, but specific salary information is not provided.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics include:

Physical Demands:
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, talk, and hear.
- Employee must occasionally lift up to twenty (20) pounds.

Work Environment:
- Typical indoor office environment.

Disclaimer:
The statements provided are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by individuals within this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this job.