Legal Assistant

Part-Time Legal Assistant (Bankruptcy Practice) Location: Roanoke, VA (Primarily Remote) Employment Type: Part-Time with Potential for Full-Time About the Role We are seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support our growing bankruptcy practice based in Roanoke, Virginia. This position is primarily work‑from‑home, offering flexibility while still maintaining a connection to the office. The selected candidate will be expected to visit the office several times per week to handle incoming and outgoing mail and complete certain in‑person administrative tasks. This role is ideal for someone who is organized, self‑motivated, and comfortable working independently, with the opportunity to grow into a full‑time position as the practice expands. Key Responsibilities Answer incoming calls to schedule appointments Communicate with clients to collect documents and provide updates on their cases Monitor deadlines and ensure timely filings with the bankruptcy court Maintain and organize electronic files and documents Retrieve, sort, and process mail from the office multiple times per week Draft correspondence and routine legal documents Perform general administrative tasks, including scheduling and data entry Qualifications Prior experience as a legal assistant or in an administrative role preferred Bankruptcy experience (Chapter 7 and/or Chapter 13) is a strong plus, but not required Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to work independently in a remote environment Excellent written and verbal communication skills Empathy for working with individuals in difficult situations Proficiency in Microsoft Office required (proficiency in case management systems such as Clio and Best Case a plus) Dependable transportation to visit the Roanoke office several times per week High level of professionalism and ability to handle confidential information Work Schedule Part‑time (approximately 18‑20 hours per week, 3‑4 days per week to start) Some schedule flexibility within office hours, with regular weekly trips to the office required Opportunity for increased hours and transition to full‑time based on business needs What We Offer Flexible, primarily remote work environment Annual leave Opportunity for growth into a full‑time role Supportive and collaborative team atmosphere Competitive hourly compensation based on experience Potential eligibility for additional benefits upon full‑time transition #J-18808-Ljbffr