Paralegal Instructor Jobs in Delaware
Paralegal Instructor jobs in Delaware are concentrated in legal education programs at community colleges, continuing education providers, and paralegal certificate programs, with hiring activity centered in Wilmington, Dover, and Newark. Major employers with a lasting presence in the state include Delaware Technical Community College, Widener University Delaware Law School, and Goldey-Beacom College, all of which maintain paralegal and legal studies programs. The most in-demand specialties are corporate law instruction, litigation procedure, and legal research and writing. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Introduction
Summary Statement
The Legal Assistant will provide comprehensive paralegal support to Deputy Attorneys General. Responsibilities include but are not limited to preparing and processing legal documents, managing and organizing case files and evidence, assisting with grand jury and trial preparation, coordinating with police agencies, and maintaining communication with victims and witnesses throughout the litigation process and would be responsible for indictments and discoveries for homicide cases.
The ideal candidate will be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, manage competing priorities, and function both independently and collaboratively as part of a team. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle a high-volume caseload are essential.
Essential Functions
- Acts in liaison capacity between superior and various interested parties and judicial and/or court staff, clients, defendants, plaintiffs, victims, witnesses, law enforcement agents, elected and/or appointed officials and the public to gather, clarify and provide information regarding case facts and status.
- Establishes and maintains case files ensuring that the files contain complete and accurate information essential to each step of the proceedings from pre-hearing and/or pre-trial through trial and sentencing.
- Interviews involved parties such as clients, defendants, plaintiffs, victims, witnesses, arresting officers, or medical personnel to gather discovery material, evidence for case preparation and to complete various legal and/or court documents.
- Reviews various reports as well as other information such as police reports, medical reports, retail, surveillance, computer files/electronic documents, body worn camera and video/audio; summarizes pertinent details of the case for Deputy Attorney Generals; follows up as necessary for additional documents; drafts answers to litigation complaints and responses to form 30 interrogatories; issue subpoenas to obtain medical, insurance, and employment records; serves and prepares discovery; and makes required redactions for discovery and case preparation.
- Reviews law sources such as case law, judicial decisions, statute law, codes, regulations, and legal and subject matter articles to ensure issues are properly cited and provides superior with written details of similar cases including findings, judicial decisions, and memorandum/opinions of law.
- Prepares legal pleadings, e.g. briefs, motions, indictments, information and appeals.
- Provides reports and recommendations for new/revised operating policies/procedures.
- Reviews state and federal codes, laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance of legal actions/processes.
Job Requirements
- Five years of employment with the Department of Justice in a similar capacity.
- Possession of an Associate’s degree or certificate in Paralegal Studies from an ABA or Department approved program.
- Two years’ experience in legal research such as researching statutes, regulations, case law and background information.
- Two years’ experience in interpreting laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
- Two years’ experience in drafting legal documents and such as legal briefs or memoranda of law including presenting facts, setting out and analyzing legal issues and applying legal precedents.
- Two years’ experience in interviewing using structured or unstructured interview techniques to obtain facts, explore issues and identify courses of action.
- Possession of a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or a related field.
- One year of experience in preparing and maintaining legal documents and case files.
- One year experience in legal research such as researching statutes, regulations, case law and background information.
- One year experience in interpreting laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
- One year experience in drafting legal documents and such as legal briefs or memoranda of law including presenting facts, setting out and analyzing legal issues and applying legal precedents.
- One year experience in interviewing using structured or unstructured interview techniques to obtain facts, explore issues and identify courses of action.
- Possession of a Juris Doctorate degree.
- Six years’ experience in preparing and maintaining legal documents and case files.
- Six years’ experience in legal research such as researching statutes, regulations, case law and background information.
- Six years’ experience in interpreting laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
- Five years’ experience in drafting legal documents and such as legal briefs or memoranda of law including presenting facts, setting out and analyzing legal issues and applying legal precedents.
- Five years’ experience in interviewing using structured or unstructured interview techniques to obtain facts, explore issues and identify courses of action.
Additional Posting Information
- Please be sure to upload a recent copy of your resume, as you complete the application process for this posting.
- This position is exempt from the State of Delaware Merit System.
Conditions of Hire
- Employment is contingent upon satisfactory background checks.
- Direct deposit of paychecks is required as a condition.
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
- This position is part of a job classification that is represented by an exclusive bargaining representative (labor organization), as elected by employees in accordance with Title 29, Chapter 59 and Title 19, Chapters 13 and 16. While this position is now covered under a bargaining unit, a collective bargaining agreement is currently under negotiation, and terms and conditions of employment may be subject to change upon its ratification.
Benefits
- May be eligible Loan forgiveness (State and Federal).
- State of Delaware healthcare plan.
- State of Delaware pension plan.
- Over 4 weeks of vacation per year.
- 3 weeks of paid sick leave per year.
- 12 weeks of paid parental leave.
Accommodations
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.
The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
Introduction
Summary Statement
The Legal Assistant will provide comprehensive paralegal support to Deputy Attorneys General. Responsibilities include but are not limited to preparing and processing legal documents, managing and organizing case files and evidence, assisting with grand jury and trial preparation, coordinating with police agencies, and maintaining communication with victims and witnesses throughout the litigation process and would be responsible for indictments and discoveries for homicide cases.
The ideal candidate will be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, manage competing priorities, and function both independently and collaboratively as part of a team. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle a high-volume caseload are essential.
Essential Functions
- Acts in liaison capacity between superior and various interested parties and judicial and/or court staff, clients, defendants, plaintiffs, victims, witnesses, law enforcement agents, elected and/or appointed officials and the public to gather, clarify and provide information regarding case facts and status.
- Establishes and maintains case files ensuring that the files contain complete and accurate information essential to each step of the proceedings from pre-hearing and/or pre-trial through trial and sentencing.
- Interviews involved parties such as clients, defendants, plaintiffs, victims, witnesses, arresting officers, or medical personnel to gather discovery material, evidence for case preparation and to complete various legal and/or court documents.
- Reviews various reports as well as other information such as police reports, medical reports, retail, surveillance, computer files/electronic documents, body worn camera and video/audio; summarizes pertinent details of the case for Deputy Attorney Generals; follows up as necessary for additional documents; drafts answers to litigation complaints and responses to form 30 interrogatories; issue subpoenas to obtain medical, insurance, and employment records; serves and prepares discovery; and makes required redactions for discovery and case preparation.
- Reviews law sources such as case law, judicial decisions, statute law, codes, regulations, and legal and subject matter articles to ensure issues are properly cited and provides superior with written details of similar cases including findings, judicial decisions, and memorandum/opinions of law.
- Prepares legal pleadings, e.g. briefs, motions, indictments, information and appeals.
- Provides reports and recommendations for new/revised operating policies/procedures.
- Reviews state and federal codes, laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance of legal actions/processes.
Job Requirements
- Five years of employment with the Department of Justice in a similar capacity.
- Possession of an Associate’s degree or certificate in Paralegal Studies from an ABA or Department approved program.
- Two years’ experience in legal research such as researching statutes, regulations, case law and background information.
- Two years’ experience in interpreting laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
- Two years’ experience in drafting legal documents and such as legal briefs or memoranda of law including presenting facts, setting out and analyzing legal issues and applying legal precedents.
- Two years’ experience in interviewing using structured or unstructured interview techniques to obtain facts, explore issues and identify courses of action.
- Possession of a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or a related field.
- One year of experience in preparing and maintaining legal documents and case files.
- One year experience in legal research such as researching statutes, regulations, case law and background information.
- One year experience in interpreting laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
- One year experience in drafting legal documents and such as legal briefs or memoranda of law including presenting facts, setting out and analyzing legal issues and applying legal precedents.
- One year experience in interviewing using structured or unstructured interview techniques to obtain facts, explore issues and identify courses of action.
- Possession of a Juris Doctorate degree.
- Six years’ experience in preparing and maintaining legal documents and case files.
- Six years’ experience in legal research such as researching statutes, regulations, case law and background information.
- Six years’ experience in interpreting laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
- Five years’ experience in drafting legal documents and such as legal briefs or memoranda of law including presenting facts, setting out and analyzing legal issues and applying legal precedents.
- Five years’ experience in interviewing using structured or unstructured interview techniques to obtain facts, explore issues and identify courses of action.
Additional Posting Information
- Please be sure to upload a recent copy of your resume, as you complete the application process for this posting.
- This position is exempt from the State of Delaware Merit System.
Conditions of Hire
- Employment is contingent upon satisfactory background checks.
- Direct deposit of paychecks is required as a condition.
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
- This position is part of a job classification that is represented by an exclusive bargaining representative (labor organization), as elected by employees in accordance with Title 29, Chapter 59 and Title 19, Chapters 13 and 16. While this position is now covered under a bargaining unit, a collective bargaining agreement is currently under negotiation, and terms and conditions of employment may be subject to change upon its ratification.
Benefits
- May be eligible Loan forgiveness (State and Federal).
- State of Delaware healthcare plan.
- State of Delaware pension plan.
- Over 4 weeks of vacation per year.
- 3 weeks of paid sick leave per year.
- 12 weeks of paid parental leave.
Accommodations
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.
The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
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What Delaware Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in paralegal instructor jobs across Delaware.
- Bachelor's degree in paralegal studies, legal studies, or a related legal field required
- Minimum of five years of professional paralegal or legal practice experience
- Paralegal certification from NALA or NFPA recognized by Delaware hiring institutions
- Prior classroom teaching or corporate training experience in a legal setting
- Familiarity with Delaware court procedures, rules, and legal research resources
- Proficiency with legal research platforms such as Westlaw or LexisNexis
Paralegal Instructor Jobs in Delaware: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a paralegal instructor in Delaware?
Delaware does not require a state-issued teaching license specifically for paralegal instructors at the college or continuing education level, but most programs require a bachelor's degree in legal studies or a related field plus several years of active paralegal experience. Candidates strengthen their standing by holding a professional certification from NALA or NFPA. Positions at Delaware Technical Community College or Widener University Delaware Law School typically also expect demonstrated curriculum development or classroom experience.
Which companies hire paralegal instructors in Delaware?
Companies currently hiring paralegal instructors in Delaware include Jobot, Qnity, and WSFS Bank, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Delaware's concentration of legal education programs at institutions like Delaware Technical Community College and Goldey-Beacom College makes the state a consistent source of openings for qualified instructors.
Which Delaware cities have the most paralegal instructor jobs?
The Delaware cities with the most paralegal instructor openings are Wilmington, Newark, and Delaware. Wilmington drives the largest share of demand as the state's legal and corporate headquarters hub, while Dover and Newark benefit from established community colleges and university campuses that house the paralegal certificate and legal studies programs where most of these roles are based.
Are there remote paralegal instructor jobs in Delaware?
Yes, though they are less common than in purely desk-based fields, since many programs rely on in-person clinic components and hands-on legal skills practice. About 38% of paralegal instructor openings tied to Delaware are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting a growing number of online certificate programs. The portions of the role most likely to be delivered remotely are legal research and writing courses and asynchronous lecture content.
How can I get hired as a paralegal instructor in Delaware with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a guest lecturer or adjunct position at Delaware Technical Community College or Goldey-Beacom College, both of which regularly fill part-time roles with candidates who have strong paralegal credentials but limited classroom experience. Lateral moves from active paralegal or legal assistant roles at Wilmington law firms or corporate legal departments are a common pathway. Holding a NALA Certified Paralegal credential and assembling a sample syllabus or curriculum portfolio gives applicants a meaningful edge over other first-time instructors.
Where can I find and apply to paralegal instructor jobs in Delaware?
You can find and apply to paralegal instructor jobs in Delaware on Migrate Mate, which lists current Delaware openings as they are posted. Search the listings to find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match your experience and availability.
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