Litigation Legal Assistant (Bankruptcy)

Trueline; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Trueline is seeking a Legal Practice Assistant - Litigation to join our Manhattan office. You will work with senior attorneys on bankruptcy-related matters and manage a busy docket.

The role offers a hybrid schedule after onboarding, with initial onsite work in Manhattan. Ideal candidates will have 4+ years of litigation support experience, strong drafting skills, and proficiency in MS Word, Outlook, and Excel.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience as a Litigation Legal Secretary, Legal Practice Assistant, or Legal Administrative Assistant in a law firm.
• Strong litigation support experience, including preparation and formatting of court documents.
• Working knowledge of New York state and federal court procedures.
• Hands-on electronic court filing experience.
• Advanced Microsoft Word skills and strong proficiency with Outlook and Excel.
• Experience supporting multiple attorneys and coordinating competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative and litigation support to senior attorneys, focusing on bankruptcy matters.
• Prepare, format, edit, and proofread pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Coordinate electronic court filings in NY state and federal courts.
• Manage attorney calendars, meetings, deadlines, and scheduling requests.
• Maintain organized electronic files and case-related documentation.
• Assist with attorney time entry, billing, expenses, and administrative requests.

Skills

Litigation support

Proficient in MS Word

Outlook

Excel

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

iManage

CM/ECF

NYSCEF

Job description

An established international law firm with a collaborative legal support team and a strong presence in New York, is seeking a Legal Practice Assistant - Litigation to join its Manhattan office. This is an opportunity for an experienced litigation support professional to work closely with senior attorneys, take meaningful ownership of a busy practice, and enjoy a hybrid schedule after onboarding.

HYBRID ROLE!
Bankruptcy litigation experience highlyn preferred

What You'll Do as the Legal Practice Assistant - Litigation:

• Provide high-level administrative and litigation support to senior attorneys, with a primary focus on bankruptcy-related matters.
• Prepare, format, edit, and proofread pleadings, motions, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Coordinate electronic court filings in New York state and federal courts.
• Manage attorney calendars, meetings, deadlines, and scheduling requests.
• Maintain organized electronic files, correspondence, and case-related documentation.
• Assist with attorney time entry, billing, expenses, and administrative requests.
• Anticipate upcoming deadlines and attorney needs, keeping matters moving without constant direction.
• Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, attorneys, and internal colleagues.
• Collaborate with other legal support professionals and provide backup assistance when needed.
• Balance multiple urgent requests while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, and responsiveness.

Must-Haves as the Legal Practice Assistant - Litigation:

• 4+ years of experience as a Litigation Legal Secretary, Legal Practice Assistant, or Legal Administrative Assistant in a law firm.
• Strong litigation support experience, including preparation and formatting of court documents.
• Working knowledge of New York state and federal court procedures.
• Hands-on electronic court filing experience.
• Advanced Microsoft Word skills and strong proficiency with Outlook and Excel.
• Experience supporting multiple attorneys and coordinating competing priorities.
• Excellent proofreading, organization, communication, and time-management skills.
• A proactive approach to supporting attorneys and anticipating their needs.
• Professionalism, sound judgment, discretion, and confidence in a demanding legal environment.
• Demonstrated employment stability and a clear record of professional growth.
• Ability to work onsite in Manhattan during the initial onboarding period, followed by a hybrid schedule.

Nice-to-Haves as the Legal Practice Assistant - Litigation:

• Bankruptcy litigation experience.
• Previous experience supporting partners, shareholders, or other senior attorneys.
• Familiarity with NYSCEF, CM/ECF, and federal bankruptcy court filing procedures.
• Experience using iManage or comparable document management software.
• Background in a midsize or large law firm.
• Experience supporting senior professionals with executive assistant-level responsibilities.
• Experience working within a shared attorney support team.
• Bachelor's degree.

This Role Offers:

• Base salary of $70,000-$95,000, depending on experience.
• Annual bonus equivalent to approximately one week's pay, subject to eligibility.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off.
• Wellness program.
• Hybrid schedule of three days onsite and two days remote after the initial 90-day onboarding period.
• Monday-Friday schedule, 9:30 AM-5:30 PM.
• Opportunity to work directly with experienced attorneys on sophisticated litigation matters.
• A well-established legal support team with opportunities to build lasting professional relationships.
• Long-term career opportunity with an established international law firm.