Legal Practice Specialist Litigation in Wilmington, DE

Law Firm

Wilmington, DE

Legal Practice Specialist Litigation in Wilmington, DE

Law Firm Non Legal Department

Min 1 yrs required

No

Job Title: Legal Practice Specialist - Litigation

Job Responsibilities:
The Legal Practice Specialist is tasked with providing a variety of administrative support services to attorneys within the Litigation Practice Group. Key responsibilities include:
- Understanding court rules and civil procedures in Delaware State and Federal jurisdictions, with experience in electronic filing using File & ServeXpress and PACER/CM/ECF.
- Assisting in all aspects of trial preparation, including handling logistics and providing support during trials when necessary.
- Conducting internet research using Lexis and Westlaw, which includes obtaining court dockets from PACER, court/agency websites, or other research tools.
- Assembling binders for court/agency filings, services, and client files, ensuring all attachments are included.
- Managing the intake process, starting from conflicts check to the creation of the client/matter number.
- Preparing subpoenas, court scheduling stipulations, motions, and brief templates.
- Editing, proofreading, and redlining documents such as agreements, pleadings, spreadsheets, presentations, and correspondence to ensure accuracy, grammar, and proper formatting.
- Reviewing and editing prebills, collaborating with the billing practice group to ensure timely client billing, and preparing expense reports and vendor invoices for prompt payment.
- Organizing and maintaining attorney contacts and calendars, including arranging travel logistics and scheduling flights, hotels, and transportation.
- Inputting, reviewing, editing, and updating attorney time entries.
- Coordinating meeting logistics, which involves scheduling, arranging videoconferences, conference calls, and reserving conference rooms, as well as requesting equipment, food, and beverages, preparing presentation materials, and welcoming visitors.
- Answering incoming telephone calls, documenting, and relaying messages.
- Organizing and maintaining paper and electronic files in compliance with firm records retention policies.
- Proactively reminding attorneys of impending deadlines and obligations.

Education and Experience Information:
- A is required.
- At least one (1) year of litigation experience is necessary.
- Familiarity with Delaware court rules and civil procedures in state and federal jurisdictions, including electronic filing experience with File & ServeXpress and PACER.
- Knowledge of trial procedures, managing databases, filing in various jurisdictions, and other aspects of trial preparation.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a professional demeanor and presentation.
- Strong client service skills with high 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, 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 that the law firm offers generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence. However, specific salary figures are not provided in the text.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The role requires the employee to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, talk, and hear. Occasionally, the employee must lift up to twenty (20) pounds. The work environment is a typical indoor office setting.

Disclaimer:
The responsibilities, duties, and skills mentioned are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by individuals in this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.