Newark, DE · On-site
We have an opening for a full-time paralegal/legal assistant to work in our Wilmington & Bear ... An associates degree and/or paralegal certificate is preferred. This is a great career opportunity ...
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Newark, DE · On-site
We have an opening for a full-time paralegal/legal assistant to work in our Wilmington & Bear ... An associates degree and/or paralegal certificate is preferred. This is a great career opportunity ...
Dover, DE · On-site
$139K - $189K/yr
The Senior Legal Counsel role offers growth potential opportunities, professional development, an ... business associate agreements and/or data processing agreements. * Work closely with segment ...
Dover, DE · On-site
$139K - $189K/yr
The Senior Legal Counsel role offers growth potential opportunities, professional development, an ... business associate agreements and/or data processing agreements. * Work closely with segment ...
$139K - $189K/yr
The Senior Legal Counsel role offers growth potential opportunities, professional development, an ... business associate agreements and/or data processing agreements. * Work closely with segment ...
$139K - $189K/yr
The Senior Legal Counsel role offers growth potential opportunities, professional development, an ... business associate agreements and/or data processing agreements. * Work closely with segment ...
Wilmington, DE · On-site
$135K - $183K/yr
The Senior Legal Counsel role offers growth potential opportunities, professional development, an ... business associate agreements and/or data processing agreements. * Work closely with segment ...
Wilmington, DE · On-site
$135K - $183K/yr
The Senior Legal Counsel role offers growth potential opportunities, professional development, an ... business associate agreements and/or data processing agreements. * Work closely with segment ...
Wilmington, DE · On-site
$135K - $183K/yr
The Senior Legal Counsel role offers growth potential opportunities, professional development, an ... business associate agreements and/or data processing agreements. * Work closely with segment ...
Wilmington, DE · On-site
$135K - $183K/yr
The Senior Legal Counsel role offers growth potential opportunities, professional development, an ... business associate agreements and/or data processing agreements. * Work closely with segment ...
$135K - $183K/yr
The Senior Legal Counsel role offers growth potential opportunities, professional development, an ... business associate agreements and/or data processing agreements. * Work closely with segment ...
$135K - $183K/yr
The Senior Legal Counsel role offers growth potential opportunities, professional development, an ... business associate agreements and/or data processing agreements. * Work closely with segment ...
Dover, DE · On-site
$139K - $189K/yr
The Senior Legal Counsel role offers growth potential opportunities, professional development, an ... business associate agreements and/or data processing agreements. * Work closely with segment ...
Dover, DE · On-site
$139K - $189K/yr
The Senior Legal Counsel role offers growth potential opportunities, professional development, an ... business associate agreements and/or data processing agreements. * Work closely with segment ...
A minimum education requirement of an Associate's Degree. A Paralegal certification and/or Bachelor ... Proficiency with legal technology, with knowledge and experience using legal e-billing tools ...
A minimum education requirement of an Associate's Degree. A Paralegal certification and/or Bachelor ... Proficiency with legal technology, with knowledge and experience using legal e-billing tools ...
Wilmington, DE · On-site
Top 200 AmLaw firm seeks an associate to join its Corporate Practice Group in their Wilmington, DE office. Qualified candidates must have 2-5 years of experience at a law firm in a corporate and/or ...
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Wilmington, DE · On-site
Top 200 AmLaw firm seeks an associate to join its Corporate Practice Group in their Wilmington, DE office. Qualified candidates must have 2-5 years of experience at a law firm in a corporate and/or ...
As a Regulatory Reporting Associate within the North America Legal Entity Control group, you will prepare components of J.P. Morgan Securities and J.P. Morgan Private Bank net capital computations ...
As a Regulatory Reporting Associate within the North America Legal Entity Control group, you will prepare components of J.P. Morgan Securities and J.P. Morgan Private Bank net capital computations ...
A Global law firm is looking for associates to join their Leveraged Finance Practice in any of its US offices. The ideal candidates must have 3-5 years of corporate or finance experience, excellent ...
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A Global law firm is looking for associates to join their Leveraged Finance Practice in any of its US offices. The ideal candidates must have 3-5 years of corporate or finance experience, excellent ...
AmLaw 50 firm seeks associates for their Capital Markets group. Qualified candidates will have 2-8 years of securities and capital markets transactions experience and should have substantive ...
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AmLaw 50 firm seeks associates for their Capital Markets group. Qualified candidates will have 2-8 years of securities and capital markets transactions experience and should have substantive ...
Top 100 AmLaw firm seeks an associate to join their Corporate practice group in any of their offices located in the United States. The ideal candidate must have 3-6 years of experience in corporate ...
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Top 100 AmLaw firm seeks an associate to join their Corporate practice group in any of their offices located in the United States. The ideal candidate must have 3-6 years of experience in corporate ...
This entry-level role is ideal for candidates interested in a career in legal finance and ... High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor's degree preferred. * 1+ year of ...
This entry-level role is ideal for candidates interested in a career in legal finance and ... High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor's degree preferred. * 1+ year of ...
This entry-level role is ideal for candidates interested in a career in legal finance and ... High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor's degree preferred. * 1+ year of ...
This entry-level role is ideal for candidates interested in a career in legal finance and ... High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor's degree preferred. * 1+ year of ...
Wilmington, DE · On-site
$17.25 - $23/hr
Associate degree in legal studies or a related field, or an equivalent combination of training and experience in the financial or banking industry. * Minimum 1 year of related experience in legal ...
Wilmington, DE · On-site
$17.25 - $23/hr
Associate degree in legal studies or a related field, or an equivalent combination of training and experience in the financial or banking industry. * Minimum 1 year of related experience in legal ...
Corporate Litigation Associate Attorney Direct Counsel is seeking a Corporate Litigation Associate ... Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis in support of litigation strategy and case ...
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Corporate Litigation Associate Attorney Direct Counsel is seeking a Corporate Litigation Associate ... Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis in support of litigation strategy and case ...
Wilmington, DE · On-site
$115K - $150K/yr
Our objective is to deliver high‑quality legal services efficiently, strategically, and at the ... Associates are encouraged to take on responsibility, develop client relationships, and build ...
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Wilmington, DE · On-site
$115K - $150K/yr
Our objective is to deliver high‑quality legal services efficiently, strategically, and at the ... Associates are encouraged to take on responsibility, develop client relationships, and build ...
Wilmington, DE · On-site
$120K - $190K/yr
Conduct legal research and provide strategic advice on transactional matters and regulatory issues ... Our associates work closely with our senior lawyers and clients on challenging work in an ...
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Wilmington, DE · On-site
$120K - $190K/yr
Conduct legal research and provide strategic advice on transactional matters and regulatory issues ... Our associates work closely with our senior lawyers and clients on challenging work in an ...
Wilmington, DE · On-site
$230K - $250K/yr
Litigation Associate (Commercial & Chancery) Location: Wilmington, DE Experience: 2-4 Years The ... Conduct sophisticated legal research and draft high-level motions, briefs, and legal memoranda.
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Wilmington, DE · On-site
$230K - $250K/yr
Litigation Associate (Commercial & Chancery) Location: Wilmington, DE Experience: 2-4 Years The ... Conduct sophisticated legal research and draft high-level motions, briefs, and legal memoranda.
$8.42 - $13.12
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23% of jobs
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A legal associate is a practicing junior attorney at a law firm who works on cases for clients, conducts legal research, and provides legal advice to clients. Other job duties include developing and implementing litigation strategies, supervising legal assistants and paralegals, and representing clients in court. The qualifications you need for a career as a legal associate include a bachelor’s degree and then a law degree from an accredited law school, a license to practice law through your state’s bar association, at least one year of experience working in a law firm, and excellent communication and collaborative skills.
| Aspect | Legal Associate | Paralegal |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Juris Doctor (JD), bar admission often preferred | Associate's degree or paralegal certification |
| Work Environment | Law firms, corporate legal departments, government agencies | Law firms, legal departments, courts, corporate offices |
| Job Responsibilities | Legal research, drafting documents, client interaction, assisting attorneys | Legal research, document preparation, case organization, support tasks |
Legal Associates typically hold a JD and are licensed to practice law, performing more advanced legal tasks. Paralegals assist attorneys with research and administrative duties but do not require a law degree or license. Both roles work in similar environments, but Legal Associates have a broader scope of responsibilities and legal authority.
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Life, PTO
Posted 15 days ago
We have an opening for a full-time paralegal/legal assistant to work in our Wilmington & Bear office handling mainly Estate and Probate cases. The paralegal/legal assistant supports the attorney in preparing and organizing the cases documents and managing client communications. This role involves detailed record-keeping and collaboration to facilitate efficient estate planning and administration processes.
Responsibilities
Must be able to handle significant interaction with clients daily. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential. Bilingual a plus. An associates degree and/or paralegal certificate is preferred. This is a great career opportunity for the right person. Pay to commensurate with experience. E-mail resume with cover letter regarding available position along with salary.
To learn more about our firm, visit our website at www.dplaw.com
