Description

We are offering an exciting opportunity in the legal industry, specifically in the area of bankruptcy law. Based in Dallas, Texas, we are seeking a Bankruptcy Legal Secretary to join our team. This role involves providing comprehensive administrative support, processing legal documents, and maintaining accurate records in a cooperative and positive manner.

Our Client, a leading full-service law firm, is looking for an experienced bankruptcy litigation legal assistant to join their team in Downtown Dallas. Legal Assistant candidates must have at least 5 years’ experience supporting litigation attorneys in the bankruptcy section . E-filing with the court systems at the federal level using PACER, strong Microsoft skills, and the ability to work well in a team are required. Our client offers a very competitive pay and a benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401k + match, vacation/sick/personal time off, and work from home days.

As a Bankruptcy Legal Assistant, your duties will include:

· Provide department support by drafting correspondence, memoranda and other legal documents (i.e. pleadings, briefs, subpoenas, summonses, discovery request)

· Prepare files and/or binders for trial, hearings, depositions and meetings.

· Manage document databases and coordinate electronic discovery proceedings with litigation support team.

· E-file documents in bankruptcy courts using PACER.

· Prepare and submit expense reports and attorney billables.

· Flexibility to work overtime occasionally.

· Other administrative duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications

· Minimum 5 years’ experience as a litigation legal assistant, preferably in Bankruptcy

· Strong Word Processing Skills

· Exceptional grammar, spelling and proofreading skills

· Fundamental knowledge of legal terminology, court rules and procedures

· Federal e-filing experience

· Friendly, organized and reliable.

If you're looking for a new opportunity working as a litigation legal assistant, you could take the next step in your legal career as part of this dynamic, growing firm! We want to hear from any candidates out there who are eager to work in a strong team-oriented. Apply for immediate consideration or by emailing your resume directly to Emily Clark, Vice President of Direct Hire, at emily.clark roberthalf. com

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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