Bankruptcy Practice Assistant

Summary

Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain case files for bankruptcy proceedings.
• Track deadlines, court dates, and important milestones in each case.
• Assist attorneys in preparing for hearings, trials, and meetings.
• Act as a point of contact for clients, answering inquiries and providing updates.
• Schedule appointments and meetings between clients and attorneys.
• Ensure clients receive necessary paperwork and understand the bankruptcy process.
• Review documents for accuracy and completeness before submission to courts and other parties.
• File documents electronically or in hard copy according to court procedures.
• Manage attorney calendars and schedule appointments, hearings, and court appearances.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and accommodations for attorneys as needed.
• Handle billing and invoicing tasks related to bankruptcy cases.

Requirements

• 5+ years of bankruptcy law experience.
• Experience documenting proof/formatting skills.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team.
• Familiarity with bankruptcy court procedures and electronic filing systems.
• Fee applications experience is a plus.

Benefits