Experienced Legal Assistant

HumanEdge; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HumanEdge is seeking a Legal Practice Assistant in Wilmington, DE, with at least 3 years of legal experience, ideally in Bankruptcy or Corporate Litigation. The position requires strong organizational skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office tools. You will assist attorneys by managing case files, deadlines, and legal documents.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a legal administrative support role.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and electronic filing systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, edit, and e-file legal documents and pleadings.
• Assist attorneys with case management and project coordination.
• Maintain and organize case files and manage case calendars.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PDF editing tools

iManage

PowerPoint

Job description

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Base pay range

$55,000.00/yr - $90,000.00/yr

Legal Practice Assistant

We are confidentially seeking a Legal Practice Assistant (LPA) to join our Wilmington, DE office. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of legal experience, preferably in Bankruptcy and/or Corporate/Commercial Litigation, and will support attorneys, associates, and paralegals in these practice areas.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare, edit, and e-file legal documents and pleadings in Federal and State courts
• Assist attorneys with case management, including tracking deadlines and coordinating projects
• Maintain and organize case files, including digital and physical records
• Manage case calendars and ensure timely scheduling of court dates and internal deadlines
• Provide occasional coverage at the reception desk, as needed
• Communicate professionally with clients, court staff, and internal teams

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a legal administrative support role
• Experience in Bankruptcy and/or Corporate/Commercial Litigation preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PDF editing tools
• Familiarity with iManage, PowerPoint, and electronic filing systems (Federal and State) is a plus

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits program in a collaborative and professional work environment.

The client maintains an open salary range, with compensation based on experience and qualifications. Stronger experience and relevant skills may command compensation above a typical range, while less experience may start below it.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services

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