We are looking for a skilled Defense Litigation Legal Assistant to join a healthcare-focused law practice in Wilmington, Delaware. This long-term contract position supports a small office and collaborates closely with three attorneys to ensure efficient case management and litigation support. The role demands a proactive individual with experience in defense litigation and familiarity with insurance and healthcare-related legal matters. Responsibilities:• Prepare, file, and manage electronic court documents using e-Filing systems.• Assist attorneys with defense litigation tasks, including drafting correspondence and legal documents.• Maintain and update case calendars to ensure deadlines and court appearances are accurately tracked.• Coordinate court filings and ensure compliance with procedural requirements.• Support insurance defense litigation processes, including document review and case organization.• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.• Organize and manage healthcare insurance-related documentation for legal cases.• Perform administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings, managing correspondence, and maintaining office records.• Provide proactive support to attorneys to streamline workflow and case preparation.

• Proven experience in defense litigation within a legal assistant role. • Proficiency in e-Filing and familiarity with civil litigation processes. • Strong skills in calendar management and tracking deadlines. • Knowledge of court filing procedures and legal documentation requirements. • Background in insurance defense litigation and healthcare insurance cases. • Excellent organizational and communication skills. • Ability to work effectively in a small office environment supporting multiple attorneys. • Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.

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Wilmington, DE
onsite
Temporary
25.00 - 25.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a skilled Defense Litigation Legal Assistant to join a healthcare-focused law practice in Wilmington, Delaware. This long-term contract position supports a small office and collaborates closely with three attorneys to ensure efficient case management and litigation support. The role demands a proactive individual with experience in defense litigation and familiarity with insurance and healthcare-related legal matters. Responsibilities:• Prepare, file, and manage electronic court documents using e-Filing systems.• Assist attorneys with defense litigation tasks, including drafting correspondence and legal documents.• Maintain and update case calendars to ensure deadlines and court appearances are accurately tracked.• Coordinate court filings and ensure compliance with procedural requirements.• Support insurance defense litigation processes, including document review and case organization.• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.• Organize and manage healthcare insurance-related documentation for legal cases.• Perform administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings, managing correspondence, and maintaining office records.• Provide proactive support to attorneys to streamline workflow and case preparation.
2025-09-04T18:09:10Z