Bankruptcy Legal Secretary

2 months ago

Dallas, United States Choice Specialists Full time

A prestigious law firm in Downtown Dallas is seeking an Executive Legal Secretary to join their Bankruptcy Section.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Prepares draft documents such as briefs, complaints, motions, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, and summonses, using firm templates and information from attorneys.
  • Coordinates multi-documents for filing, formatting as appropriate for each court (consistent with bankruptcy filing requirements). E-files in bankruptcy courts, as needed, through Pacer.
  • Enters and maintains all case information in Court Alert (dates, reminders, etc.)
  • Prepares notebooks, binders, exhibits, and other documentation as needed. Also coordinate to have binders/thumb-drives delivered to Courthouse for hearings.
  • Runs conflict checks in coordination with the New Business Intake team and opens new client/matter files.
  • Coordinate with attorney and Accounting if task codes are needed.
  • Organizes and maintains all documents in the document management system. Maintains documents in an efficient and effective manner.
  • Coordinates document management with either Litigation Support Managers or by saving to the appropriate file management location.
  • Proofreads documents for grammar, punctuation, syntax and formatting consistency.
  • Manages calendar and assists timekeepers in meeting deadlines. Apprises timekeeper(s) of responsibilities in advance of commitment, as needed.
  • Coordinates conferences and meetings, including conference room scheduling, video conferencing scheduling, coordinating meals, and preparing materials, as necessary.
  • Handles billing process under the guidance of the attorney, including time entry and billing memos. Ensures timekeepers time entry is closed in a timely manner.
  • Receives clients and visitors. Maintains excellent customer service with clients. Observes confidentiality of attorney/client relationship. Prepares materials for client meetings, updates client contact lists, interfaces with client questions.
  • Handles check requests, travel expenses and travel arrangements, including airline, car and hotel reservations.
  • Reads, sorts and dates incoming mail. Ensures outgoing mail is timely delivered. If necessary, routes mail to specific delivery service and follows up on timely delivery.
  • Prepares materials for publication or speaking engagements.
  • Performs research as needed, utilizing the internet or other web-based programs.
  • Coordinates secretary backup support in accordance with the scheduled time off to ensure assistance is provided as necessary.
  • Adheres to Firm policies and procedures as outlined in the Firm Handbooks.


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

  • Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • 3-5 five years Bankruptcy experience required. Mid-to-large size firm preferred.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel), document management systems (NetDocs), billing software (Carpe Diem) and expense software (Chrome River).
  • Solid experience working in Pacer e-filing system. Familiarity with local and federal rules and procedures regarding bankruptcy.
  • Ability to prepare complex documents using advanced word processing features including styles, section formatting, merge, tables, redlining, cross referencing, indices, table of contents, table of authorities, etc.
  • Strong attention to detail, proof-reading skills, organizational skills, and ability to manage time effectively.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to collaborate well in a team.
  • Self-starter with the ability to work independently and to perform with a high level of accuracy in a high-volume environment.
  • Ability to multi-task while maintaining a quality work product, balancing workload, and meeting deadlines.
  • Above average customer service skills with a willingness to help others.
  • Ability to work overtime as needed.

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