Legal Assistant (Entry Level Bankruptcy Paralegal)

Thrivas; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits after probationary period

Job summary

Thrivas in Florida is seeking a Bankruptcy Legal Assistant/Paralegal to support an Associate handling Chapter 7 & 13 proceedings. You will prepare initial drafts of bankruptcy filings, answer client calls, confirm appointments, and manage the attorney calendar.

Applicants should have paralegal or legal secretary experience and a completed Paralegal Certificate with some bankruptcy knowledge. The role is full-time with standard business hours.

Qualifications

• Completed Paralegal Certificate with some BK knowledge.
• Experience as Paralegal/Legal Assistant/Legal Secretary or Administrative background.

Responsibilities

• Support the attorney in all Chapter 7 & 13 Bankruptcy proceedings.
• Prepare initial draft of bankruptcy filings.
• Assist in answering client calls, confirm appointments, and manage attorney calendar.
• Maintain an organized workflow and professional communication.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Legal Assistant

Administrative experience

Bankruptcy knowledge

Education

Paralegal Certificate

Job description

Established law firm is currently hiring a Legal Assistant. The position is full time. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. The law firm provides benefits after successful completion of a 90 day probationary period.

The law firm is a boutique practice. General civil litigation, probate trust & estate planning, some real estate, commercial business litigation and bankruptcy. This position would support one Associate who handles primarily Bankruptcy matters. Applicants must have experience as a Paralegal, Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary or Administrative experience with a completed Paralegal Certificate with some BK knowledge.

The Bankruptcy Legal Assistant/Paralegal is responsible for supporting the attorney in all Chapter 7 & 13 Bankruptcy proceedings. Prepare initial draft of bankruptcy filings. Assist in answering client calls, confirm appointments, and manage attorney calendar. You must be very organized and comfortable establishing a consistent workflow.