Paralegal - Corporate Litigation

Potter Anderson; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Potter Anderson in Wilmington, DE seeks a paralegal with at least three years of substantive corporate litigation experience to support complex matters through filing, discovery, hearings, and trial.

You will handle Delaware state and federal filings, including the Delaware Court of Chancery, perform cite checking and Bluebooking, manage case files and deadlines, and coordinate with attorneys, clients, and vendors to ensure timely, accurate submissions.

Qualifications

• Paralegal certificate required.
• Minimum of three years of substantive paralegal experience supporting complex corporate or commercial litigation.
• Experience cite checking and Bluebooking briefs and other legal filings.
• Delaware Court of Chancery experience is required.
• Strong proofreading and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and litigation-support technology.
• Overtime availability as case demands.

Responsibilities

• Provide substantive paralegal and case support through all phases of complex corporate litigation.
• Prepare and file pleadings in Delaware state and federal courts, focusing on the Delaware Court of Chancery.
• Maintain Delaware court knowledge and monitor rule updates.
• Independently cite check briefs and court submissions for accuracy.
• Bluebook and proofread filings.
• Create and manage case management systems and calendars.
• Coordinate with attorneys, clients, and vendors on deadlines.
• Prepare hearing and trial materials and provide support during hearings and trials.

Skills

cite checking

Bluebook

legal research

case management

oral/written communication

Education

Paralegal certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Litigation-support software

Job description

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Delaware Court and Filing Support

• Provide substantive paralegal and case support throughout all phases of complex corporate litigation, from initial filing through discovery, hearings, trial, and post-trial proceedings.
• Prepare, review, organize, and electronically file pleadings and other submissions in Delaware state and federal courts, with particular emphasis on the Delaware Court of Chancery.
• Maintain strong working knowledge of Delaware court rules, filing requirements, procedures, deadlines, and courtroom practices, and monitor rule and procedural updates.

Cite Checking and Legal Documents

• Independently cite check briefs, motions, and other court submissions for citation accuracy, quotations, record references, and compliance with applicable citation rules and court requirements.
• Bluebook and proofread legal filings, including tables of authorities and tables of contents, and verify that cited authorities and supporting materials are accurate, current, and complete.

Case Management and Discovery

• Create and maintain case management systems, including electronic files, calendars, deadline tracking, task lists, document collections, and matter status information.
• Assist with discovery, including document collection and production, deposition preparation, subpoenas, exhibit management, privilege materials, and coordination with vendors and case teams.
• Coordinate with attorneys, clients, co-counsel, opposing counsel, court personnel, and outside vendors regarding case-related needs and deadlines.
• Manage competing priorities, anticipate next steps, and communicate proactively with attorneys and team members about deadlines, workload, and case needs.

Hearing and Trial Support

• Prepare hearing and trial materials, including witness and exhibit lists, demonstratives, chronologies, and electronic and physical binders.
• Attend hearings and trials as needed and provide on-site or remote litigation support.

REQUIREMENTS

• Paralegal certificate required.
• Minimum of three years of substantive paralegal experience supporting complex corporate or commercial litigation.
• Demonstrated experience cite checking and Bluebooking briefs and other legal filings. This is an essential requirement for the position.
• Hands‑on experience with Delaware court practice and electronic filing. Experience with the Delaware Court of Chancery is required.
• Working knowledge of Delaware court rules, procedures, filing requirements, and deadlines.
• Strong proofreading, research, organizational, and written communication skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, manage multiple active matters, and adjust quickly as priorities change.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet court-imposed and internal deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and litigation-support or document-management technology.
• Availability for overtime on weeknights and weekends when case demands require it.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience supporting matters in multiple Delaware courts, including the Court of Chancery, Superior Court, Supreme Court, and U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware.
• Trial, hearing, and deposition support experience in complex corporate or commercial matters.
• Experience preparing tables of authorities, managing large records, and supporting expedited litigation.
• Comfort learning new systems and contributing to consistent team processes and knowledge sharing.

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