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PrincePerelson & Associates Legal Assistant in Salt Lake City, Utah
Legal Assistant
Salt Lake City, UT (onsite)
Compensation: DOE
Our client, a highly regarded and growing law firm in Salt Lake City, is seeking a Legal Assistant in their Bankruptcy division. Ideal candidates will possess experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal in the bankruptcy and/or litigation fields. This role will support a highly successful team and play a pivotal role in moving cases forward and providing support to the Attorneys. This firm offers excellent growth opportunities and fosters a great working environment.
What will the Legal Assistant be doing?
Assisting the Bankruptcy and Creditor Rights practice group with a variety of administrative tasks
Drafting/editing letters, briefs, pleadings, deposition notices, certificates of service, and other legal documents
Maintaining electronic filing systems and client files
Managing scheduling for meetings, depositions, court hearings, etc.
Arranging travel
Assisting with discovery and document management
Tracking CLE compliance and preparing reports
Assisting with invoicing and billing records
Transcribing dictations
Communicating with internal teams, clients, court administrators and judges
Administrative tasks such as making copies, answering phones/emails, gathering mail, etc.
Other duties as assigned
What is required to apply?
2+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal
Litigation experience required
Experience in bankruptcy or creditor rights a plus
Prior experience in a law firm highly desired
Experience processing State and Federal e-filings, knowledge of ECF filing requirements
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, beginner Adobe
Ability to create Table of Contents/Table of Authorities a plus
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
High degree of professionalism
Ability to manage confidential information
Proficient typing, 70+ WPM
Strong organizational skills
Excellent proofreading and editing skills
Ability to work onsite
Perks?
Excellent benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD)
401(K) with company match
Profit sharing
PTO, paid holidays
Bonus potential
Flexibility
Opportunities for professional growth
Law firm hours (37.5 hours/week, eligible to work 40 hours)
PrincePerelson & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we do not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States.