Legal Assistant, Bankruptcy

About the Role

The Entry Level Legal Assistant role provides an opportunity to immerse yourself in our bankruptcy practice area. As employees progress in experience, education, and performance, paralegal and management growth opportunities become available. The firm maintains a collegial work environment that prioritizes internal promotion, training, and professional development. This is an in-office role located at our headquarter location in Boca Raton, Florida.

Key Responsibilities

• Work within the firm's Bankruptcy Department under the general supervision of the Paralegal Supervisor and department attorneys.
• File Proof of Claims throughout multiple jurisdictions nationwide.
• Prepare certificate of service and additional documents as needed.
• Communicate with team, supervisors, and clients through phone and email.
• Be a team player willing to assist throughout the department.
• Willing to take on new tasks, adapt to new challenges, and engage in ongoing training.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Prior experience working in a law firm or legal environment. Previous experience working in the bankruptcy field is a plus.
• Working knowledge of PACER, NextGen, and/or CM/ECF system.
• Ability to manage a high volume of files and prioritize workload appropriately.
• This is an in-office role.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree strongly preferred or equivalent work experience.
• High school or equivalent required.
• Key skills include: critical thinking, attention to detail, effective communication, and strong sense of teamwork.
• Strong problem solving skills and enjoys working with numbers.
• Excellent service orientation and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Basic principles of Quality Assurance and/or Quality Control strongly preferred.