Legal Assistant

Job Title: Legal Assistant
Job Overview:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions is seeking a Legal Assistant to join our client in a role that supports key business operations and contributes to important organizational initiatives. This onsite, temp to hire opportunity in Wilmington, DE offers the chance to work closely with legal professionals on complex litigation matters while helping ensure the efficient management of case activity and administrative functions. The position provides meaningful involvement in document preparation, court filings, case coordination, and client support within a fast paced legal environment. Candidates who excel at organization, attention to detail, and proactive problem solving will be well positioned for success.
Compensation:
$30.00 - $35.00/hour
Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday | Normal Business Hours
Key Responsibilities of the Legal Assistant:

• Support litigation matters through the preparation, review, formatting, and finalization of legal documents, correspondence, case materials, and presentation ready documentation.
• Coordinate court related activities, including electronic submissions, service arrangements, procedural follow up, and maintenance of filing compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
• Oversee attorney scheduling, critical deadlines, matter tracking, and case administration to help ensure timely progression of legal matters.
• Maintain organized client and case records while facilitating communication among legal professionals, clients, court personnel, and external service providers.
• Deliver administrative and operational support through billing assistance, time entry management, expense processing, document production, and records management activities.

Qualifications and Skills for the Legal Assistant:

• Minimum of five years of experience supporting attorneys within a law firm setting, including substantial exposure to litigation related work.
• Demonstrated knowledge of state and federal electronic filing procedures, with experience navigating court filing platforms and related case research resources.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word along with strong working knowledge of Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF editing tools, and legal practice software applications.
• Strong organizational, communication, proofreading, and multitasking abilities with a proven track record of managing competing priorities and sensitive information.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent professional experience will be considered. Experience supporting commercial bankruptcy matters and familiarity with regional court practices are beneficial.

Why Join Us?
This opportunity offers hands on involvement with complex legal matters while working alongside experienced legal professionals in a collaborative environment. You will gain exposure to a wide range of litigation activities and play an important role in supporting daily legal operations. The position provides the chance to build upon existing legal support expertise while contributing to meaningful client and case outcomes.
About Us:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions (CSS) is a trusted leader in providing contract, temporary, temp to hire, and direct hire staffing solutions. With decades of experience, we have grown from a staffing agency into a nationwide provider of workforce management solutions. Our niche recruitment expertise spans Accounting & Finance, Call Center & Office Support, Human Resources, Sales & Marketing, and Information Technology. Explore more about CSS and how we connect great talent with exceptional opportunities by visiting Contemporary Staffing Solutions.