What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bankruptcy Filer Legal Assistant position at The Gori Law Firm?
The Gori Law Firm
Bankruptcy Filer Legal Assistant
Employee Job Description
Position Title: Bankruptcy Filer Legal Assistant
Department: Bankruptcy
Reports To: Supervising Attorney
Position is: Full Time; Standard Hours 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM; Flexible Schedule; Eligible to work alternative hours per department needs and supervisor approval
Supervisor Role: No
Hourly, Nonexempt
Overall Descriptions of the Position:
Bankruptcy Filer Legal Assistants for The Gori Law Firm will be responsible for drafting legal documents, reviewing client files and discovery documents, and preparing bankruptcy claims for submission.
Position Requirements:
- Competent to Proficient knowledge and demonstrated skill set in:
- MS Office Word, Excel, and Adobe
- Typing, saving and calendaring events
- Filing, organizing, and processing data
- Reading and processing information from text and online sources
- Proofing documents for spelling, punctuation and grammar
- Ability to type quickly and accurately
- Ability to communicate effectively with clients and coworkers
- Exhibits engaged and active listening skills
- Self-motivated and well-organized with the ability to prioritize and multitask
- Customer Service skills preferred
- Punctual and predictable attendance
- Job duties must be regularly performed in the office
- Preferred:
- Knowledge related to Asbestos, the diseases that can result from exposure, and available treatment.
- Knowledge of Asbestos containing products and in what industries they are used.
- 5 years in legal industry or related higher education experience in legal, business, criminal justice, or related field
Position Duties (including, but not limited to):
- Organize work tasks in a sequential and detail-oriented fashion to ensure accuracy of information and proper documentation of case notes
- Read, scan, save and extract key information from various sources
- Maintain case documents in both paper and electronic filing systems
- Draft legal documents and organize documentation for attorneys
- Occasionally interview clients, co-workers, and family members of clients regarding case details
- Be familiar with products, industries, and work sites related to asbestos exposure
- Work both independently and part of a team to ensure all case related information is accurately and effectively communicated and documented for other legal professionals working on the case
Education, Certificates and Licenses:
- High School Diploma or GED; secondary education preferred
- Must be able to pass pre-employment background check
Salary and Benefits:
- Benefits package include Health Insurance, Vision Insurance, Dental and Orthodontia Insurance, Short-term disability, Long-term Disability, Life Insurance, 401(k), Continuing Education, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Free Gym Access
- Salary range $18.00-$21.00/hour
Salary : $18 - $21
