Overview
Deputy Attorney General I-V – Misdemeanor Trial/Community Engagement Unit Jobs in Wilmington, DE at State of Delaware
About us
Law Offices of Stephenson, Acquisto & Colman has worked for both government agencies and large insurance companies for the past 35 years. This experience gives our clients an edge in their litigation efforts.
SAC currently employs more than 100 people with offices in California and Illinois. The law firm’s full-time professional team includes attorneys, nurses and physicians. The firm staff has extensive experience in all areas of law related to healthcare matters. SAC’s partners have more than 100 combined years of legal experience while establishing strong working relationships within all areas of the healthcare industry.
*Classification
*Non exempt
JOB DESCRIPTION
Summary/Objective
Our health care law firm is seeking a legal assistant with 5-8 years of experience.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
A qualified legal assistant is required to:
· Demonstrate a working knowledge of California state and federal civil procedure, including law and motion and discovery timelines;
· Strong knowledge of court proceedings, legal protocols and different legal documents.
· Handle heavy attorney caseload;
· Excellent multi-tasker with the ability to handle pressure.
· Prepare standard legal documents (court summonses, arbitration demands, witness and exhibit lists, notices of hearings, etc.);
· File/serve legal documents via all methods: snail mail; overnight service; electronically and/or through an attorney service company;
· Prepare trial and arbitration binders;
· Schedule Courtcall for court appearances;
· Maintain attorney trial and arbitration calendars;
· Keep assigned attorneys updated on upcoming deadlines;
· Prepare discovery response “skeletons”;
· Strong knowledge of the discovery processes.
· Prepare document production (Organizing/ PDF-ing / Bates-stamping);
· Submit check requests for court and arbitration fees;
· Prepare standard cover letters to clients and various arbitration agencies;
· Prepare client correspondence re: new arbitration/trial dates; enclosing refund checks, etc.
Optional:
· Prepare drafts of written discovery responses;
· Draft settlement agreements;
· Prepare suit approval spreadsheets;
· Proactively request additional documentation from clients;
· Request medical reviews;
· Analyze claims.
Requirements
1. Time Management skills
2. Highly organized
3. Attention to detail
4. Proficient in Microsoft Office
5. Personal Effectiveness/Credibility
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but the employee must be available during the “core” work hours of 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Preferred Education and Experience
College degree.
Five to ten years of equivalent experience.
Training or experience in computer applications.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Law Offices of Stephenson, Acquisto & Colman provided the following inclusive hiring information:
We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.50 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Overtime
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
Legal administrative: 5 years (Required)
Work Location: Remote
Title: Deputy Attorney General I-V – Misdemeanor Trial/Community Engagement Unit
Company: State of Delaware
Location: Wilmington, DE
