Systems Administrator
Richards, Layton & Finger, Delaware’s largest law firm, seeks a full-time Systems Administrator. The Systems Administrator is responsible for maintaining and enhancing existing systems and infrastructure of the Firm. This role reports to the Chief Information Officer.
Hours are 9:00am – 5:30pm and is on a hybrid schedule (four days in the office, one day remote).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Oversee server maintenance and operations. This includes updating and maintaining the health and performance of firm’s systems.
- Maintain and implement firm systems, including servers and infrastructure. Work with others in the department to ensure system architecture components function seamlessly.
- Maintain account access management and group policy. Previous experience with and understanding of Active Directory is required.
- Monitor and test backup and restore functionality of firm data to ensure procedures are consistently followed and improved.
- Test and enhance disaster recovery procedures for existing and future systems. Perform recurring failover tests with others in the department.
- Ensure overall system and sever uptime, availability, and reliability.
- System monitoring and maintenance, including configuration and best practice deployment.
- Maintain existing ISO27001 certification with IS department team.
- Work with 3rd parties as needed for projects, support, and maintenance.
- Assist with Policy and Procedure development.
- Maintain up-to-date network documentation.
- Perform daily monitoring of logs, alerts, and other events of note.
- Troubleshoot and maintain remote connectivity for users.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
- Ability to rapidly analyze issues, anticipate consequences, make decisions, and initiate action. Good problem-solving skills are also required.
- Thorough knowledge of complex information systems management as normally acquired through a bachelor’s degree in technology or computer science, or the equivalent experience.
- Minimum three years of experience in information systems administration. Certification requirements vary and a willingness to continue certification tracks is desired.
- Ability to communicate information and ideas effectively and efficiently to attorneys, managers staff and vendors – along with the ability to approach both technical and non-technical audiences, maintain effective relationships with the above in person, by e-mail, telephone, or remote.
- Able to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work with IS department to perform the same.
- Experience with VMware Virtualization, Cisco Infrastructure, and Windows Server administration is preferred.
- Knowledge of enterprise applications such as Exchange, SQL, and Active Directory
- Attention to detail and willingness to update and maintain documentation.
For immediate consideration, please submit your cover letter and resume to: Admincareers@rlf.com.
General Services Assistant
Responsibilities/Requirements:
- Hours will be 9:00am – 5:30pm or 1030am – 7pm, Monday-Friday. This is a 100% on-site essential position.
- Experience with Copy/Print work and Binder Production is preferred
- Maintain and troubleshoot copiers and multi-functional printers
- Process FedEx, outgoing/incoming external and internal mail
- Assist with daily maintenance and facility issues as needed
- Knowledge of Outlook, Word and Excel as well as general computer knowledge
- Able to lift 25 pounds and work on your feet for long stretches during the day
- Knowledge of copy machines is a plus
- Experience in an office environment preferred
- Able to multi-task and meet deadlines with attention to detail
- High School Diploma required
If you work well with people, have a strong communication and customer service skills, a team player and is dedicated to your work, we want to hear from you today!
Please send your cover letter and resume to Admincareers@rlf.com. EOE
Marketing & Communications Specialist
Richards, Layton & Finger, Delaware’s largest and one of its oldest law firms, is seeking a full-time Marketing and Communications Specialist to join its dynamic team. For over 125 years, the firm has been at the forefront of shaping Delaware law, earning a national reputation for excellence. Serving a diverse clientele, ranging from local businesses to global law firms to Fortune 500 companies, Richards Layton has a deep-rooted commitment to client service, community impact, and pro bono work. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a respected, growth-oriented firm with a strong culture of leadership, collaboration, and professional development that offers a competitive benefits package.
The Marketing and Communications Specialist is a non-exempt position that reports to the Chief Marketing & Communications Officer. This role is responsible for creating, editing, and refining written materials that reflect the firm’s voice, promote its services, and strengthen its reputation. This position collaborates with lawyers, marketing professionals, and staff to support business development, media outreach, digital communications, and internal initiatives. The ideal candidate has excellent writing and editing skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, professional environment. We are seeking a strategic, detail-oriented Marketing and Communications Specialist to help build the firm’s reputation through powerful storytelling, precise editing, and compelling content. Office hours are 9:00am – 5:30pm, on a hybrid work schedule (four days in the office, one day remote).
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Proposals and Business Development
- Write and update materials for proposals and pitches, including attorney bios, firm overviews, and practice descriptions
- Collaborate on crafting responses to RFPs and other client-facing documents
- Ensure consistency, clarity, and alignment with the firm’s messaging
Firm Publications
- Manage attorney contributions to firm-produced publications, including journals and books
- Collaborate with designers on layout and formatting
- Review, edit, and proof text throughout the production cycle
- Draft introductory and supplementary content as needed
Media and Public Relations
- Draft and edit press releases to convey firm news and thought leadership
- Create engaging social media content, with a focus on LinkedIn, to highlight firm achievements, attorney updates, and community involvement
- Support media outreach initiatives in coordination with firm leadership
Awards and Rankings
- Develop strategic submissions to state, national, and global ranking directories
- Research and compile attorney and practice information to create strong survey responses
- Monitor and analyze the firm’s rankings and identify areas for growth
- Stay current on trends and opportunities in legal rankings and recognition
Website and Digital Content
- Write, edit, and update content across the firm’s website, including attorney bios, practice descriptions, and news items
- Ensure digital content is accurate, current, and aligned with SEO and brand standards
Marketing Collateral
- Draft and edit firm announcements, advertisements, sponsorships, and recruiting materials
- Assist in the creation and production of firm brochures and other marketing collateral
- Ensure all materials reflect a consistent brand voice and professional tone
Attorney Work Product Editing
- Edit legal content such as briefs, memos, client alerts, articles, and books for grammar, consistency, and readability
- Provide structural and stylistic suggestions to enhance clarity and impact
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in English, communications, marketing, or public relations
- Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills
- Strong command of grammar, punctuation, and usage rules
- Proven ability to write for a variety of audiences and content types
- Experience with Microsoft Office; familiarity with Adobe tools and InDesign preferred
- Familiarity with legal terminology and citation formats a plus
- Excellent project management and organizational skills
- Ability to balance multiple priorities and deadlines in a high-performance environment
For immediate consideration, please submit your cover letter and resume to: Admincareers@rlf.com EOE
Marketing Administrative Assistant
Richards, Layton & Finger, Delaware’s largest and one of its oldest law firms, is seeking a full-time Marketing and Communications Assistant to join its dynamic team. For over 125 years, the firm has been at the forefront of shaping Delaware law, earning a national reputation for excellence. Serving a diverse clientele, ranging from local businesses to global law firms to Fortune 500 companies, Richards Layton has a deep-rooted commitment to client service, community impact, and pro bono work. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a respected, growth-oriented firm with a strong culture of leadership, collaboration, and professional development that offers a competitive benefits package.
The Marketing Administrative Assistant is a non-exempt position that reports to the Chief Marketing & Communications Officer. The ideal candidate will be highly organized and proactively support the Marketing & Business Development team. This role is central to the day-to-day functioning of the department and will focus on managing department calendars and events, maintaining agendas and task lists, coordinating budgets and projects, and supporting government relations efforts. Office hours are 9:00am – 5:30pm, on a hybrid work schedule (four days in the office, one day remote).
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Administrative & Project Coordination:
- Develop and maintain detailed agendas and task lists for marketing meetings and ongoing projects.
- Track project timelines and deliverables to ensure deadlines are met.
- Provide administrative support for internal and external communications initiatives.
- Maintain the Marketing & Business Development and Government Relations calendars, including scheduling meetings, coordinating deadlines, and planning events.
- Coordinate cross-departmental scheduling as needed.
Government Relations Support:
- Assist with tracking and organizing firm efforts related to government relations and public affairs.
- Support the preparation of materials for meetings with government officials or local organizations.
- Maintain contact lists and correspondence records related to government and legislative outreach.
Budget & Financial Administration:
- Assist in monitoring department budgets, including processing invoices, tracking expenses, and maintaining accurate records.
- Help with vendor coordination and contract management for marketing-related services.
Skills & Qualifications:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach.
- Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent administrative experience considered.
Preferred Experience:
- Prior experience in a law firm, professional services, or corporate marketing department is a plus.
- Familiarity with project management or task management tools is an advantage.
Why Join Us?
At Richards, Layton & Finger, you’ll be part of a team that values professionalism, innovation, and excellence. This is an opportunity to grow your career in a collaborative and respected legal environment.
For immediate consideration, please submit your cover letter and resume to: Admincareers@rlf.com EOE
Corporate Trust & Agency Services/Business Dept. LAA Position
Richards, Layton & Finger seeks a full-time Legal Administrative Assistant to support our Corporate Trust & Agency Services and Business teams. The standard hours for this position are 9:00am-5:30pm and a hybrid schedule* is available after training.
Qualifications include:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong typing skills (60 wpm)
- Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
- Strong work ethic, including positive attitude, dependability, flexibility, good judgment & initiative, professionalism
- Strong organizational skills, ability to handle a high volume of work timely and accurately and to manage multiple tasks
- The ability to meet deadlines
- Prior administrative and legal experience required
- Corporate Trust experience a plus
- The ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Commitment to excellence
- Position requires frequent communication with clients
If you have a strong client service and team philosophy and a dedication to your work, we want to hear from you today! Please send your cover letter and resume to Admincareers@rlf.com. EOE.
*Current Firm hybrid schedule is remote on Fridays.
Conflicts & Due Diligence Analyst
Richards, Layton & Finger, Delaware’s largest law firm, seeks a full-time, detail-oriented Conflicts & Due Diligence Analyst to join its team in Wilmington, DE. The position is responsible for providing support to the Conflicts teams by processing requests for matters, conflicts and due diligence research. This role reports to the Conflicts & New Business Intake Manager. Hours are 9:00am – 5:30pm and is on a hybrid schedule (four days in the office, one day remote).
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Performs business/legal research (Due Diligence) of companies and individuals using a variety of resources both legal and non-legal.
- Performs conflicts of interest searches for new business, business development, lateral hires, etc., communicating with firm personnel to ensure that data and search requirements have been properly determined.
- Reviews and analyzes conflicts search results, flagging pertinent hits that should be further reviewed.
- Assists the Department Manager with special projects.
- Provides remote weekend coverage for conflicts one weekend per month and works overtime as needed. Share holiday coverage with other team members.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree; Advanced degree (JD, MLS, MLIS, MBA) required.
- 3+ years’ experience in a law firm or professional environment.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and research skills including knowledge of research databases.
- Detail oriented with excellent follow through on search results, projects, etc.; good oral and written communication skills; ability to communicate with a diverse group of individuals.
- Proficiency in online research and legal databases; experience with IntApp is a plus.
If you are interested in applying to this position, please send resume to: Admincareers@rlf.com
EOE
