Legal Assistant, Bankruptcy

Frontline Source Group

Dallas, TX

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Administrative Skills, Attorney, Bankruptcy, Billing, Case Management, Document Management, Documentation Format, Editing, Expenditure Statement, Journalism, Legal, Legal Billing Software, Legal Documents, Legal Support Skills, Litigation, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Plan Meetings, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Proofreading, Telephone Skills, Time Management, Travel Planning
LOCATION
Dallas, TX
POSTED
1 day ago

Our client located in Dallas, TX is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant with a strong background in bankruptcy law to provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to a team of attorneys. This role is responsible for supporting all phases of bankruptcy matters, including case management, document preparation, and court filings mostly from the creditors side. This is a hybrid, direct opportunity.Company ProfileLegal Firm with multiple locations.Bankruptcy Legal Assistant RoleProvide comprehensive legal and administrative support to a team of attorneys in a fast-paced, in-office environmentSupport all phases of bankruptcy matters, including case management and document preparationDraft, format, and proofread legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and correspondenceManage bankruptcy case workflows, including tracking deadlines and maintaining organized filesHandle e-filing in federal and state courts, including bankruptcy court filingsCoordinate with courts, opposing counsel, court reporters, and internal teamsSchedule hearings, depositions, meetings, and manage attorney calendarsAssist with billing processes, including preparation of fee statements and expense trackingSupport litigation activities such as discovery, motion practice, and trial preparationMaintain and organize documents within a document management systemCoordinate travel arrangements, meetings, and reimbursements as neededProvide general administrative support, including phone coverage and communication managementBankruptcy Legal Assistant Background Profile5+ years of experience in a legal assistant, legal secretary, or similar roleExperience supporting bankruptcy matters, including Chapters 7 and 11Strong knowledge of e-filing systems, including federal/state courts and bankruptcy filings (e.g., PACER)Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and AdobeExperience with legal billing software (Aderant or similar preferred)Advanced document formatting skills, including Tables of Contents and Tables of AuthoritiesTyping speed of approximately 70 WPM with strong proofreading skillsExperience drafting, editing, and formatting legal documents (pleadings, motions, discovery, etc.)Familiarity with document management systems (e.g., NetDocuments or similar)Strong understanding of court systems and legal proceduresExcellent organizational, multitasking, and time management skillsStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work independently and support multiple attorneys simultaneouslyBenefits and Features401(k) with 5% company matchPaid parking or transit subsidy3 weeks vacation plus 10 holidaysPaid parental leave100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision and HSA contributionsLife and accidental death & dismemberment coverageShort-term and long-term disability fully coveredIdentity protection and critical/accidental coverage#J-18808-Ljbffr

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Frontline Source Group