Senior Litigation Secretary - Docketing, Scheduling, Docs

Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP, a leading AmLaw 100 firm, seeks a legal secretary for its Wilmington, DE office with litigation background. The role supports multiple attorneys by docketing, scheduling, filing and serving court documents, and handling financial-related tasks.

Excellent organization and discretion are essential in a fast-paced environment. The position offers exposure to corporate litigation matters and collaboration within a skilled, growth-minded team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 5–7 years of legal experience
• Corporate litigation experience preferred
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Docket and schedule court appearances, depositions, and meetings
• File and serve documents in state and federal court
• Open new matters and manage matter files
• Process various financial tasks related to the department
• Coordinate travel arrangements and meetings for attorneys
• Prepare and create legal documents as needed

Skills

Docketing

Litigation support

Communication

Organization

Deadline-driven

Confidentiality

Fast-paced

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP, a leading AmLaw 100 firm, seeks a legal secretary for its Wilmington, DE office with litigation background. The role supports multiple attorneys by docketing, scheduling, filing and serving court documents, and handling financial-related tasks.

Excellent organization and discretion are essential in a fast-paced environment. The position offers exposure to corporate litigation matters and collaboration within a skilled, growth-minded team.