Legal Assistant / Paralegal

O'Hagan Meyer; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work From Home

Health benefits

401k

Paid time off

Training & development

Wellness resources

Job summary

O’Hagan Meyer is seeking an organized Legal Assistant/Paralegal to support our attorneys with case management, document preparation, and court filings. The role requires attention to detail and familiarity with state and federal procedures, with potential for a hybrid schedule over time.

The candidate will draft pleadings and discovery, maintain case files, and coordinate with clients and experts to ensure smooth trial prep and timely filings.

Qualifications

• Paralegal Certificate from an accredited program.
• 3+ years of prior work experience as a legal assistant or paralegal in litigation.
• Experience in complex litigation in Delaware state and chancery courts is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Odyssey, Pacer and ECF filing.
• Experience with iManage is a plus; strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to lawyers in preparation, review and filing of legal documents such as briefs, appeals, complaints, answers.
• Communicate with clients on various aspects of case proceedings.
• Locate, develop, and manage all case relevant information.
• Draft pleadings, discovery, motions, and briefs.
• Coordinate with legal experts and serve as a liaison for all involved parties.
• Schedule and prepare materials for court appearances.
• Maintain organized case files and calendars for attorneys.
• Assist with trial preparation, exhibits, and discovery reviews.

Skills

Legal terminology

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Communication skills

Education

Paralegal certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Odyssey

Pacer

ECF Filing Systems

iManage

Job description

O’Hagan Meyer is looking for an organized and professional Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join our law firm. This individual will provide vital assistance to a team of attorneys by handling case-related tasks, preparing a variety of legal documentation, and managing case files. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proficient in legal terminology, and understands the electronic filing procedures in State and Federal Courts. This will be full-time, in-office position with the possibility of transitioning into a hybrid work week.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support to lawyers in the preparation, review and filing of legal documents such as briefs, appeals, complaints, answers, etc.
• Communicate with clients on various aspects of case proceedings
• Locate, develop, and manage all case relevant information
• Draft legal documents including pleadings, discovery, motions, and briefs
• Coordinate with legal experts and serve as a liaison for all involved parties
• Schedule and prepare materials for court appearances
• Assist attorneys in case preparation by creating and maintaining organizational systems for each case
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation, develop trial exhibits, and review/organize documents for trial discovery
• Maintain attorney schedules and calendars

O’Hagan Meyer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran. O'Hagan Meyer participates in E-Verify.

• Paralegal Certificate from an accredited and approved paralegal education program

• 3+ years of prior work experience as a legal assistant, legal secretary, or related role in litigation
• Experience in complex litigation, ideally in both Superior Court and in the Court of Chancery in Delaware
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Acrobat, Odyssey, Pacer and ECF Filing Systems
• Previous iManage experience preferred but not required
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work independently but also as part of a team
• Strong understanding of client confidentiality rules

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Work From Home
• Free Food & Snacks
• Wellness Resources