Legal Assistant - Bankruptcy

Position Purpose:  Under general supervision, the Legal Assistant assists attorneys by performing routine legal work requiring basic to intermediate knowledge of legal procedures, methods and terminology by performing the following duties.

Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks:

• Assists attorney with management of routine, non-litigated case files.
• Prepares pleadings, correspondence, affidavits, and other legal documents.
• Conducts research including case history, asset location, and skip tracing.
• Reviews files, mail, and legal documents to gather information and locate missing or incomplete records.
• Contacts clients, debtors, attorneys, and courts for resolution of outstanding issues, further instructions, status updates, and additional information and documentation.
• Negotiates payment arrangements and sale or return of assets/collateral for attorney/client approval. 
• Oversees the preparation and assembly of evidence exhibits and other materials used in legal proceedings.
• Monitors client billings and prepares billing statements, as required.
• Coordinates and confirms the service of subpoenas, notice of depositions, and other legal documents to witnesses and parties to action.
• Forwards accounts to out of town counsel and serves as liaison between client and attorney.
• Arranges for payment of court costs, local counsel fees, publication costs, etc.
• Takes inbound calls, directs calls, and conveys messages, as required.
• Reviews, notates and distributes mail and incoming work to appropriate parties.
• Complete all required training applicable to assigned position.
• Additional duties as requested or required.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• 0 – 3 years of relevant office experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Knowledge of the legal processes a plus.
• Professional demeanor with clients and co-workers.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and sense of urgency to meet deadlines.
• Must be able to type a minimum of 45 words per minute with accuracy.
• Must know and have used Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Pacer software a plus.
• Knowledge of office practices and procedures; computer operation; word processing software; internet research.

Compensation and Benefits: 

• $20.96/hour
• Paid Time Off (PTO) - 16 days annually + 9 Company paid holidays
• Competitive benefits - Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Parental Leave, Life and Disability Insurance and more. You can review our benefits at www.weltman.com/careers for more information.
• Promotional opportunities from within the Firm
• Employee Perks available from Verizon, Car Dealerships, Local Movie Theaters, Theme Parks, etc. Positive office environment with regularly scheduled parties, contests, and community support initiatives
• On site "Bistro To Go" vending and fresh foods available
• Free parking
• Free onsite fitness center for all employees

EOE Statement: WWR/Weltman is an Equal Opportunity Employer.