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.

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).
• 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 :

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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