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Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP (Skadden) has forged a reputation as one of the most prestigious law firms in the world. By relying on innovation, intellect, teamwork and tenacity, our lawyers deliver the highest quality advice and novel solutions to our clients' legal issues. We are recognized as a global powerhouse for complex transactions, litigation/controversy issues, and regulatory matters, as well as for the open, collaborative relationships we build with clients. Our attorneys, who reflect diverse backgrounds and perspectives, collaborate seamlessly across 50-plus practices and 21 offices in the world’s major financial centers.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Senior Legal Assistant – Litigation (Paralegal) to join our Firm. Within this position, you will be responsible for assisting the Litigation practice area attorneys and case teams in all phases and aspects of Litigation work. This position will be based in our Wilmington office and has a hybrid in-office/remote working schedule.
Qualifications
Experience/Education
Culture & Life at Skadden
What makes Skadden special is our people and the culture, community and spirit of collaboration we have created. We believe in teamwork and inspiring each other to be our best in an atmosphere that promotes professionalism and excellence in all that we do. We know that inclusion, equity and drawing on the strength of a wide spectrum of diverse talent only make us better and is vital to the firm's success. Our goal is for everyone at the firm to enjoy a challenging career with opportunities for development and growth and to support the well-being of our attorneys and professional staff.
Benefits
The overall well-being of our team is important to us. We offer generous benefits to help you achieve wellness in all areas of your life.
For further details, please visit: https://www.skadden.com/careers/staff/employee-benefits
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We are seeking one or two individuals to fulfill duties of a legal assistant or paralegal. The positions are available immediately.
Responsibilities will include:
A successful candidate will have experience with practices and procedures for filing in each of the courts in which we practice. Familiarity with our case management program (or similar) is a bonus. Additional skills being sought are light bookkeeping, verbal communication skills, proofreading, and multi-tasking. Experience in a small firm or solo practice is preferred but not required.
Applicants should submit a resume and a statement of interest, as well as any professional references the applicant wishes be considered, by e-mail only to:
Robin Silvas
[email protected]
To learn more about our firm, please visit www.katebutlerlaw.com.
Kate Butler Law LLC is a boutique law firm located in Wilmington, Delaware in the Trolley Square neighborhood. The primary area of practice is employment law. We represent employees in Title VII discrimination and retaliation actions against employers of all sizes and across industries. We also handle matters of age and disability discrimination, whistleblower protections, and related matters.
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