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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.

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