Legal Administrative Assistant

Please connect with me on LinkedIn as well @Briana Kitchell Job Title: Legal Administrative Assistant Location: Austin TX 78702 Referral Fee: AMS will pay $500 should the person you refer gets hired Job Description: Our client is looking for an outstanding Legal Administrative Assistant to join their Firm in Austin. This is a 100% onsite opportunity. Primarily focusing on Bankruptcy and Commercial Litigation practice areas. Key Responsibilities Document Drafting and Management: Draft, format, and manage petitions, schedules, and other legal documents related to bankruptcy cases and litigation. Ensure accuracy and compliance with legal standards and court rules. Organize and maintain electronic filing systems, ensuring all documents are accurately filed and easily retrievable. Filing and Court Procedures: Prepare and file court documents for bankruptcy proceedings and litigation cases, including motions, pleadings, and discovery requests. Track filing deadlines and ensure timely submissions. Case Preparation and Support: Assist attorneys in preparing for bankruptcy hearings and litigation trials, including organizing evidence, preparing exhibits, and coordinating witness schedules. Legal Research: Conduct preliminary research related to bankruptcy law and litigation procedures. Assist with the review and analysis of case law, statutes, and legal precedents. Client and Court Communication: Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel regarding case updates, document requests, and procedural matters. Maintain professional and confidential interactions. Administrative Support: Assist with general office tasks, including managing calendars, scheduling meetings, and coordinating with other departments as needed. Requirements Organizational Skills: Highly organized with excellent attention to detail, particularly in managing and maintaining complex case files, legal documents and matter-related deadlines. Docketing & Deadline Management: Strong ability to track, calendar, and manage critical court, filing, and case deadlines. Accuracy and follow-through in docketing deadlines are essential to this role. Knowledge of Bankruptcy and Litigation Procedures: Familiarity with bankruptcy laws, court rules, filing requirements and litigation procedures is preferred. Strong Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients, attorneys, court personnel, and other external parties. Technical Proficiency: In Microsoft Word and Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and DocuSign. Experience with or familiarity with Everlaw for discovery and document review is preferred. Research Abilities: Ability to conduct legal research and summarize findings relevant to bankruptcy and litigation matters. Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail in document preparation, filing, deadline management, and overall case management. #J-18808-Ljbffr