Bankruptcy Legal Assistant - Phoenix, AZ

Beacon Hill; Phoenix (AZ); Híbrido; USD 65.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid work schedule

Competitive salary: $65,000-$75,000

Benefits package: medical, dental, vis

401(k)

PTO and paid holidays

Descripción de la vacante

Beacon Hill Legal in Phoenix is seeking a Bankruptcy Legal Assistant to support a busy team handling complex bankruptcy and restructuring matters. The role offers a hybrid work schedule, competitive compensation, and a culture focused on teamwork and professional development.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of legal assistant experience, with bankruptcy exposure and strong proficiency in MS Office. You will manage filings, calendars, and client communications while supporting attorneys in

Formación

• 3+ years of legal assistant experience in a law firm.
• Bankruptcy experience preferred; restructuring/insolvency experience is a plus.
• Experience with electronic court filings and court rules.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.

Responsabilidades

• Provide day-to-day administrative and legal support to bankruptcy attorneys.
• Prepare, revise, proofread, and finalize bankruptcy-related filings and documents.
• Coordinate and manage electronic filings in courts.
• Maintain calendars, monitor deadlines, and assist with docket management.
• Open matters and organize case files, manage document systems.
• Schedule meetings, hearings, and client appointments.
• Assist with petitions, motions, notices, and proofs of claim.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and counsel.
• Handle time entry, expenses, billing, and travel arrangements.
• Support trial, hearing, and mediation preparation.

Conocimientos

Microsoft Office Suite

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Teamwork

Prioritization

Herramientas

Electronic court filings

Descripción del empleo

Beacon Hill Legal is partnering with a well-established law firm in Phoenix to identify a Bankruptcy Legal Assistant to support a busy team of attorneys handling complex bankruptcy and restructuring matters. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented legal professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and wants to be part of a collaborative and respected legal team. The firm offers a hybrid work schedule, competitive compensation, and a strong culture focused on teamwork and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative and legal support to bankruptcy attorneys.
• Prepare, revise, proofread, and finalize legal documents, correspondence, pleadings, motions, notices, and other bankruptcy-related filings.
• Coordinate and manage electronic filings in bankruptcy courts and other state and federal courts.
• Maintain calendars, monitor deadlines, and assist with docket management.
• Open new matters, organize electronic and physical case files, and maintain document management systems.
• Schedule meetings, hearings, conference calls, and client appointments.
• Assist with preparation of petitions, motions, notices, proofs of claim, and other bankruptcy-related documents.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and vendors.
• Handle attorney time entry, expense reports, billing assistance, and travel arrangements.
• Support trial, hearing, and mediation preparation as needed.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of legal assistant experience in a law firm environment.
• Bankruptcy experience strongly preferred; experience supporting restructuring, insolvency, or commercial litigation practices is a plus.
• Experience with electronic court filings and court rules.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Why Join This Firm?

• Hybrid work schedule offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Competitive salary ranging from $65,000-$75,000 based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and paid holidays.
• Opportunity to support sophisticated bankruptcy matters and work alongside experienced attorneys.
• Collaborative and professional work environment with long-term growth potential.

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.