Legal Assistant - Litigation

Vela Wood
Austin, TX
Job Description
Role Overview

This is a varied role for someone who likes to keep busy and will enjoy supporting our growing office. The role will focus on our Bankruptcy and Litigation practice. We have an extraordinary opportunity for a legal assistant to join our team in Austin.

What You Will Do

Document drafting and management, filing and court procedures, case preparation and support, legal research, client and court communication, and administrative support.

Why It Might Be a Fit

We're looking for someone who is highly organized, has excellent attention to detail, and strong communication skills. Familiarity with bankruptcy laws and litigation procedures is preferred.

Requirements

  • Highly organized with excellent attention to detail
  • Strong ability to track, calendar, and manage critical court, filing, and case deadlines
  • Familiarity with bankruptcy laws, court rules, filing requirements, and litigation procedures
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Technical proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and DocuSign
  • Ability to conduct legal research and summarize findings relevant to bankruptcy and litigation matters

Benefits

  • Excellent firm-paid medical/dental/vision insurance
  • Matching 401(k) retirement plan
  • Firm-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, as well as life insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave benefits
  • Work abroad opportunities
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