Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with case preparation and management
• Review documents for pertinent information pertaining to files
• Create, open, and maintain files
• Draft legal documents including pleadings, motions, and correspondence
• Draft Summons & Complaints, Defaults, Judgments and Writs
• File / E-File pleadings with the Court
• Prepare ePraecipe for scheduled Court hearings
• Schedule Court hearings with the Court
• Review daily incoming mail
• Work files throughout the Litigation Process (inception of suit to conclusion)
• Organize and maintain legal files and documents
• Manage legal case calendars and deadlines
• Communicate professionally with clients and Court personnel
• Communicate professionally with Process Servers and Court Officers
• Utilize software for document management

Qualifications

• 1 - 3 years of Paralegal experience 
• Proven experience working as a Paralegal in a law firm or legal department
• Proficiency in Legal case management and Legal administrative tasks
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Experience preparing and filing replevin actions, including drafting pleadings, coordinating service, and managing case timelines
• Able to multitask and meet daily deadlines
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with Legal research methods and resources
• Ability to draft legal documents accurately
• Ability to efficiently manage a large caseload
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Knowledge of legal software
• Excellent phone etiquette

Physical Requirements:

• Position requires all forms of dexterity/mobility which may include extended periods of sitting/standing. May occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, twist, climb or balance, stoop, kneel crouch or crawl.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must be able to speak and hear, lift and carry up to twenty-five pounds (25 lbs.) or occasionally more.
• May be required to drive for business purposes and must hold a valid driver’s license in good standing and maintain personal auto insurance in compliance with local or state requirements.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, occasionally noisy, or distracting environment.

• Direct hire position with our client
• Pay: $40,000 per year (based on experience)
• Position is onsite in Newark, DE
• Employment is contingent on passing a background check and drug screening