Bankruptcy Legal Assistant

Trustpoint.One; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Trustpoint.One is seeking an experienced Bankruptcy Legal Assistant in Downtown Orlando to join a collaborative and fast-paced team. The role supports attorneys and paralegals on bankruptcy matters, ensuring accurate document preparation and timely court filings.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of bankruptcy law experience, strong organizational skills, and excellent communication abilities. You will manage calendars, case files, and client communications while maintaining

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience working as a Legal Assistant in bankruptcy law.
• Experience preparing and filing bankruptcy-related legal documents.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and legal case management systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys and paralegals with case management and administrative tasks related to bankruptcy matters.
• Help maintain organized case files and documentation throughout the bankruptcy process.
• Prepare, draft, and revise legal documents, correspondence, motions, pleadings, and bankruptcy schedules.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of all documents prior to filing.
• Communicate with clients to gather information and documentation needed for bankruptcy filings.
• Provide updates regarding case status and respond to routine inquiries.
• Prepare and electronically file documents with bankruptcy courts in accordance with court rules, deadlines, and procedural requirements.
• Monitor filing confirmations and maintain filing records.
• Manage attorney calendars and coordinate meetings, hearings, court appearances, and deadlines.
• Track important case milestones and filing dates.
• Enter and maintain accurate case information within firm databases and case management systems.
• Organize and update electronic and physical files.
• Conduct legal research related to bankruptcy laws, procedures, and case precedents.
• Assist with due diligence and fact-gathering efforts for client matters.
• Prepare and respond to correspondence with clients, creditors, trustees, court personnel, and other parties involved in bankruptcy proceedings.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding client information and legal matters.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Legal case management systems

Job description

Experience Required: Minimum 2 Years Bankruptcy Law Experience to be considered!!

About the Opportunity

A growing law firm in Downtown Orlando is seeking an experienced Bankruptcy Legal Assistant to join its team. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative and fast-paced legal environment, providing critical support to attorneys and paralegals handling bankruptcy matters. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and experienced in bankruptcy law and court procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Paralegal Support

• Assist attorneys and paralegals with case management and administrative tasks related to bankruptcy matters.
• Help maintain organized case files and documentation throughout the bankruptcy process.

Document Preparation

• Prepare, draft, and revise legal documents, correspondence, motions, pleadings, and bankruptcy schedules.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of all documents prior to filing.

Client Communication

• Communicate with clients to gather information and documentation needed for bankruptcy filings.
• Provide updates regarding case status and respond to routine inquiries.

Court Filings

• Prepare and electronically file documents with bankruptcy courts in accordance with court rules, deadlines, and procedural requirements.
• Monitor filing confirmations and maintain filing records.

Calendar & Deadline Management

• Manage attorney calendars and coordinate meetings, hearings, court appearances, and deadlines.
• Track important case milestones and filing dates.

Data Entry & Recordkeeping

• Enter and maintain accurate case information within firm databases and case management systems.
• Organize and update electronic and physical files.
• Conduct legal research related to bankruptcy laws, procedures, and case precedents.
• Assist with due diligence and fact-gathering efforts for client matters.
• Prepare and respond to correspondence with clients, creditors, trustees, court personnel, and other parties involved in bankruptcy proceedings.

Confidentiality

• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding client information and legal matters.

Qualifications

Required

• Minimum 2 years of experience working as a Legal Assistant in bankruptcy law.
• Experience preparing and filing bankruptcy-related legal documents.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and legal case management systems.

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and legal experience.
• Familiarity with bankruptcy laws, procedures, and legal terminology.
• Experience working in a law firm environment.
• Competitive salary of $55,000 - $60,000, based on experience.
• Opportunity to join a stable and growing law firm.
• Professional and collaborative office environment.
• Convenient Downtown Orlando location.