Case Assistant

Job Description

Case Assistant | DLA Piper

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at DLA Piper, located in Philadelphia, offering a hybrid work schedule. DLA Piper is a global law firm committed to being bold, exceptional, collaborative, and supportive, where its people are the firm’s backbone. This role supports paralegals and attorneys by managing case files, preparing documents, and organizing essential information, directly contributing to the firm’s strategic initiatives and the smooth operation of legal processes. It offers an opportunity for individuals at any stage of their professional journey to engage in meaningful work and grow their careers.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid, Philadelphia

• Mission: This person organizes and maintains legal documentation and information to support paralegals and attorneys in their case work.
• Tech Stack: Word, Excel, Outlook, databases

What You’ll Actually Do
• Document Production: Organize documents for attorney review and preparation for production.
• Public Records Research: Research public records using various public websites to gather necessary information.
• Brief Assembly: Gather cases and exhibits from files for their incorporation into legal briefs.
• Document Preparation: Assist with preparing a variety of documents, including forms, charts, letters, binders, and closing books.
• Information Management: Perform database research and data entry, and maintain case files to ensure accuracy and accessibility.

The Must-Haves
• Background: High School diploma or GED, with core domain knowledge in office support functions.
• Experience: 1 year of demonstrated success working in a professional environment, with experience in a law firm environment supporting paralegals and/or attorneys preferred.
• Skills: Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, and database systems; strong communication and interpersonal skills; excellent organizational and attention-to-detail skills; ability to prioritize multiple assignments to meet deadlines.
• Bonus: A Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.