Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant

• Founded in 1920, Akerman LLP is recognized as one of the nation's premier law firms, with more than 700 lawyers serving clients throughout the United States.
• Akerman is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant for its Wilmington office. This position will support attorneys handling complex business and commercial litigation in Delaware state and federal courts.
• This is a hybrid position requiring a minimum of three (3) days per week in the office.

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.

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years of litigation legal support experience in a law firm.
• Hands-on Delaware Court of Chancery filing experience required.
• 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, organization, and ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
• We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package. Please submit your resume and salary requirements. EOE
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