Legal Administrative Assistant

Offit Kurman Brand

  • Bethesda, Maryland
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    This role supports a team of bankruptcy attorneys in Bethesda and requires litigation experience, while bankruptcy experience is solely a preference (including Chapters 7, 11, and Subchapter V Chapter 11.) Candidates must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with high attention to detail and strict deadlines. Offit Kurman, a growing Am Law 200 firm, is seeking a confident, highly organized, and proactive Legal Administrative Assistant to support our Bankruptcy practice.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationBethesda, Maryland

    Description

    Offit Kurman, a growing Am Law 200 firm, is seeking a confident, highly organized, and proactive Legal Administrative Assistant to support our Bankruptcy practice. This role supports a team of bankruptcy attorneys in Bethesda and requires litigation experience, while bankruptcy experience is solely a preference (including Chapters 7, 11, and Subchapter V Chapter 11.) Candidates must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with high attention to detail and strict deadlines.

    Responsibilities

    • Prepare, format, and proofread bankruptcy legal documents, including petitions, schedules, motions, and correspondence
    • Manage electronic filings (CM/ECF) and ensure compliance with court requirements
    • Maintain and organize client files (electronic and physical), pleadings, and case materials
    • Track deadlines and proactively manage attorney calendars to ensure timely filings and court appearances
    • Coordinate hearings, meetings, and conference calls
    • Communicate professionally with clients, courts, trustees, and creditors
    • Support new client/matter intake, including conflict checks and file opening
    • Assist with case management, including document organization and trial preparation support
    • Process expense reports and other administrative/financial documentation
    • Maintain strict confidentiality and adherence to firm policies

    Qualifications

    • Direct law firm experience - litigation experience required, bankruptcy experience preferred but not required (Chapter 7, Chapter 11, and Subchapter V Chapter 11 is a plus)
    • Minimum 5+ years of legal administrative experience in a law firm or professional services environment
    • Confident, proactive, and highly organized with the ability to anticipate needs and stay ahead of deadlines
    • Strong experience with CM/ECF e-filing 
    • Excellent document production skills (formatting, proofreading, transcription, and editing)
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills with a client-service mindset
    • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), document management systems, and time entry software

    Apply now for consideration. Compensation commensurate with experience. 

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