Legal Bankruptcy Practice Administrator

Jobot; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life/AD&D Insurance

Pet insurance

401(k)/Profit Sharing

Bonus eligibility

Competitive salary

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a seasoned Permanent Legal Bankruptcy Practice Administrator to join our boutique defense firm in Phoenix. This on-site, permanent role focuses on managing legal billing, document handling, onboarding, budgeting, and client service.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of five years in legal administration with bankruptcy law expertise and strong organizational skills. You'll work closely with attorneys and staff to ensure compliance, timely billing, and excellent client service

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in legal administration with bankruptcy law focus.
• Experience in legal billing, document management, timekeeping, and onboarding.
• Strong understanding of bankruptcy law and the legal industry.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills with multitasking ability.
• Proficient in practice management software and legal billing tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee administrative aspects of bankruptcy practice including billing, document mgmt, timekeeping, and client onboarding.
• Implement onboarding processes for new clients and manage budgeting and expenses.
• Develop and manage a comprehensive practice management strategy to boost efficiency.
• Ensure accurate legal billing and resolve discrepancies with attorneys and staff.
• Prepare and maintain all legal documents in compliance with laws and regulations.
• Track practice expenses and optimize cost efficiency.
• Collaborate with legal team to manage budgets and financial health.
• Provide reports to senior management on operations and metrics.
• Stay updated on bankruptcy law developments and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Legal billing

Document management

Timekeeping

Practice management

Client intake

Budgeting

Expense tracking

Onboarding

Bankruptcy law

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, legal studies, management, or a related field

Tools

Practice management systems

Legal billing software

Job description

Legal Bankruptcy Practice Administrator

$95000 - $110000 per year | Phoenix, AZ | On-site | Permanent

Boutique full service defense firm! HYRBID

A bit about us:

Boutique full service defense firm! HYRBID

Why join us?

• Competitive salary and bonus eligibility, based upon performance.
• PTO unlimited for attorneys
• Medical (employee covered by firm)
• Dental
• Vision
• Life/AD&D Insurance (employee covered by firm)
• Pet insurance
• 401(k)/Profit Sharing

Job Details

Job Details:

We are currently seeking a seasoned Permanent Legal Bankruptcy Practice Administrator to join our dynamic team. This unique role provides a fantastic opportunity for a highly motivated, detail-oriented individual with a strong background in legal administration and a deep understanding of bankruptcy law. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in managing and streamlining our practice's operations, ensuring the highest level of efficiency and client service while maintaining strict adherence to all relevant legal and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities:

As a Permanent Legal Bankruptcy Practice Administrator, you will:

1. Oversee all administrative aspects of our bankruptcy practice, including legal billing, document management, timekeeping, practice management, client intake, budgeting, expense tracking, and client billing.
2. Implement and manage effective onboarding processes for new clients, ensuring a smooth transition and a positive initial experience.
3. Develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive practice management strategy, focusing on improving efficiency, productivity, and client service.
4. Ensure accurate and timely legal billing, working closely with attorneys and other staff to resolve any discrepancies or issues.
5. Manage the preparation and maintenance of all necessary legal documents, ensuring strict compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
6. Oversee the tracking and management of practice expenses, implementing strategies to optimize cost effectivess.
7. Collaborate with other members of the legal team to develop and manage budgets, ensuring the financial health and sustainability of the practice.
8. Provide comprehensive reports and updates to senior management on practice operations, financial performance, and other key metrics.
9. Keep abreast of the latest developments in bankruptcy law, ensuring the practice's ongoing compliance and competitiveness.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in business administration, legal studies, management, or a related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.

1. A minimum of 5 years of experience in legal administration, with a strong focus on bankruptcy law.
2. Proven experience in legal billing, document management, timekeeping, practice management, client intake, budgeting, expense tracking, client billing, and onboarding.
3. Strong understanding of bankruptcy law and the legal industry, with a proven ability to navigate its complexities and challenges.
4. Exceptional organizational and management skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues.
6. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to make sound decisions based on detailed analysis.
7. Proficiency in relevant software and technology, including practice management systems and legal billing software.
8. A bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as law, business administration, or finance. A master's degree or other advanced qualification would be an advantage.
9. A commitment to continuous learning and professional development, with a drive to stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and best practices.

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