Junior Associate Attorney – Bankruptcy

Frontline Source Group - Nationwide Staffing & Executive Search; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Frontline Source Group - Nationwide Staffing & Executive Search in Dallas, Texas, is seeking a Junior Associate Attorney to build a career in consumer bankruptcy law. You will gain exposure to a high-volume practice, work directly with clients, and manage matters throughout the bankruptcy process.

The ideal candidate has a JD, is eager to learn, and communicates clearly. Prior bankruptcy experience helps, but aptitude, organization, and a client-focused demeanor are valued as you grow alongside

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active Texas law license.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Genuine comfort working directly with clients.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop knowledge of consumer bankruptcy matters and procedures
• Assist with and manage bankruptcy cases as experience develops
• Participate in client meetings and consultations
• Prepare for and attend hearings and other proceedings
• Communicate case requirements and next steps to clients
• Work closely with experienced attorneys and support staff
• Manage multiple matters and deadlines in a high-volume environment
• Develop ability to independently manage a caseload
• Maintain accurate documentation and consistent client follow-up
• Provide professional and compassionate service to consumers

Skills

Communication skills

Client-facing

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Prioritization

Professionalism

Interpersonal skills

Education

JD from accredited law school

Job description

Our client in Dallas Texas is seeking a Junior Associate Attorney interested in building a career in consumer bankruptcy law. This opportunity offers exposure to a high-volume legal practice with significant hand-on experience working directly with clients and managing matters throughout the bankruptcy process.

The firm is looking for someone who is eager to learn, comfortable interacting with people, and able to thrive in a fast-moving environment. While prior bankruptcy experience is beneficial, the emphasis at this level is on aptitude, communication skills, organization, and willingness to learn the practice.

Junior Associate Attorney Role

• Develop knowledge of consumer bankruptcy matters and procedures
• Assist with and ultimately manage bankruptcy cases as experience develops
• Participate in client meetings and consultations
• Prepare for and attend hearings and other proceedings
• Communicate case requirements, next steps, and expectations to clients
• Work closely with experienced attorneys and support staff
• Manage multiple matters and deadlines in a high-volume environment
• Develop the ability to independently manage a caseload
• Maintain accurate documentation and consistent client follow-up
• Provide professional and compassionate service to consumers navigating financial challenges

Junior Associate Attorney Background Profile

• JD from an accredited law school
• Active Texas law license
• Bankruptcy experience, coursework, clerkship, or internship exposure is a plus but not required
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Genuine comfort working directly with clients
• Patient and professional when handling difficult or stressed clients
• Strong organization and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize and shift between multiple responsibilities
• Desire to develop a career in bankruptcy law