Legal Assistant SR - Bankruptcy

Weltman; Independence Township (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off and holidays

Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, 401(k)

Parental Leave

Life and Disability Insurance

Public onsite facilities (free parking

Onsite fitness center

Onsite Bistro To Go

Job summary

Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co. is seeking a Senior Legal Assistant to support attorneys with complex legal work, primarily in bankruptcy matters. The role requires managing case files, preparing documents, and conducting legal research.

Candidates should have at least 3 years of relevant office experience, strong typing skills, and solid knowledge of legal terminology. A professional demeanor and excellent communication are essential for client and court interactions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required and a minimum of 3 years of relevant office experience.
• Must be able to type at least 45 words per minute with accuracy.
• Intermediate knowledge of legal procedures, methods, and terminology.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products; Pacer knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with management of bankruptcy case files, both litigated and non-litigated.
• Prepare pleadings, correspondence, affidavits, and other legal documents.
• Conduct research including case history, asset location, and skip tracing.

Skills

Typing 45 wpm

Office experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical problem-solving

Legal procedures knowledge

Professional demeanor

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Pacer

Job description

The Senior Legal Assistant assists attorneys by performing complex legal work requiring intermediate to advanced knowledge of legal procedures, methods and terminology by performing the following duties.

Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks:

• Assists attorney with management of litigated and non-litigated bankruptcy case files.
• Prepares pleadings, correspondence, affidavits, and other legal documents.
• Conducts research including case history, asset location, and complex skip tracing.
• Reviews files, mail, and legal documents to gather information and locate missing or incomplete records.
• Contacts clients, consumers, attorneys, and courts for resolution of outstanding issues, further instructions, status updates, and additional information and documentation.
• Negotiates payment arrangements and sale or return of assets/collateral for attorney/client approval.
• Oversees the preparation and assembly of evidence exhibits and other materials used in legal proceedings.
• Monitors client billings and prepares billing statements, as required.
• Coordinates and confirms the service of subpoenas, notice of depositions, and other legal documents to witnesses and parties to action.
• Forwards accounts to out of town counsel and serves as liaison between client and attorney.
• Arranges for payment of court costs, local counsel fees, publication costs, etc.
• Assists and trains other department staff, as required.
• Full knowledge of the department processes and serves as a back-up when necessary.
• Takes inbound calls, directs calls, and conveys messages, as required.
• Works on special projects.
• Complete all required training applicable to this position
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position
• Other duties, as assigned

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Minimum 3 years of relevant office experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Must be able to type a minimum of 45 words per minute with accuracy.
• Intermediate knowledge of legal procedures, methods, and terminology.
• Knowledge of office practices and procedures; computer operation; word processing software; internet research; and intermediate knowledge of relevant laws, legal/court procedures, and legal terminology.
• Must know and have used Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Pacer software a plus.
• Professional demeanor with clients and co-workers.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and sense of urgency to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated organizational, analytical, and problem-solving.

Compensation and Benefits:

• The expected compensation is $25.14 per hour - $31.15 per hour
• $2,000 Retention bonus during 1st year of employment
• Paid Time Off (PTO) - 16 days annually + 8 Company paid holidays
• Competitive benefits - Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Parental Leave, Life and Disability Insurance and more. You can review our benefits at www.weltman.com/careers for more information.
• Promotional opportunities from within the Firm
• Employee Perks available from Verizon, Car Dealerships, Local Movie Theaters, Theme Parks, etc. Positive office environment with regularly scheduled parties, contests, and community support initiatives
• On site "Bistro To Go" vending and fresh foods available
• Free parking
• Free onsite fitness center for all employees

Physical and Mental Demands:

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to remain in a stationary position at a workstation. This position requires constant use of hands and fingers for typing and operating a computer and other office equipment. The employee must possess the ability to communicate information and ideas in writing and verbally. Occasional standing, walking, bending, and lifting of items weighing up to 15 pounds may be required. Close visual acuity is needed to read, analyze data, and view a computer terminal for extended periods.

Work Environment:

This position operates in a professional office environment. It is representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee will experience low to moderate noise levels and moderate interruptions. The workspace is well-lit and climate controlled.

EEO Statement:

Weltman is an equal opportunity employer.

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