Bankruptcy Legal Assistant

Pay: $36,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join an established law practice where your work directly helps people navigate financial challenges and move toward a fresh start.
• Work closely with experienced bankruptcy attorneys in a collaborative, supportive environment.
• Gain valuable exposure to Chapter 7, Chapter 13, and business bankruptcy matters.
• Build your legal administrative skills with opportunities to learn, grow, and take on greater responsibility.
• Enjoy meaningful, hands-on work where your organization and attention to detail make a real difference.

Location

Encino, CA — We value working together in person and prefer an on-site team member, offering the opportunity to collaborate closely with attorneys and colleagues.

Note

We're looking for an organized, dependable professional with legal administrative experience and strong communication skills. Prior bankruptcy experience is a plus, but we're also interested in candidates with transferable law firm experience and a willingness to learn.

About Us

We are an established California law practice dedicated to helping individuals and businesses overcome financial challenges. Our team handles bankruptcy, debt relief, and related legal matters with a practical, compassionate approach. We value teamwork, professionalism, and creating a supportive environment where everyone can contribute.

Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Support bankruptcy attorneys with daily administrative tasks and case preparation.
• Organize legal documents, client files, correspondence, and case records.
• Assist with Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy paperwork, petitions, and schedules.
• Coordinate client communications, appointments, and document requests.
• Track deadlines, maintain calendars, and help keep cases progressing smoothly.
• Assist with electronic court filings, document management, and general office operations.
• Provide friendly, professional support to clients navigating important financial matters.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of legal assistant or law firm administrative experience preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Comfortable preparing documents, managing files, and handling confidential information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and common administrative software.
• Bankruptcy law experience and familiarity with CM/ECF are pluses.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You'll be part of a team that appreciates your contributions, encourages professional growth, and values the important role you play in helping clients. We offer meaningful work, a collaborative atmosphere, and opportunities to build a rewarding career in the legal field.

If you're organized, proactive, and enjoy helping people, we'd love to hear from you!

JPC-2870

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Requirements: Must-have: 1+ years of legal assistant or law firm administrative support exp. Must have supported attorneys with bankruptcy-related paperwork or client intake.

Submission Email: Matt -

matt@rhmfirm.com

Quick Recruiter Reference

Established California bankruptcy law firm seeking a Legal Assistant for administrative support, case management, document preparation, and client communications. Target 1+ years of law firm administrative experience, with bankruptcy exposure preferred. Client range $36K–$60K BOE; on-site preferred in Encino, CA.

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• Client job title: Bankruptcy Legal Assistant
• Location: Encino, CA 
• On-site, hybrid, remote: On-site 
• Experience: 1
• Good fit job titles/keywords for candidates: Bankruptcy Legal Assistant, Legal Assistant, Bankruptcy Assistant, Legal Secretary, Bankruptcy Case Assistant, Legal Administrative Assistant, Chapter 7, Chapter 13, CM/ECF
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