Job Description
Job Description
Trenam Law is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our Creditor’s Rights and Bankruptcy Practice Group in our Tampa office. At Trenam, we value excellence, collaboration, and client-focused service. This position plays a key role in supporting attorneys and paralegals with bankruptcy and related litigation matters across federal and state courts.
Key Responsibilities :
- Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
- Prepare, proofread, and format bankruptcy-related documents and correspondence, including proofs of claim, stay relief motions, and objections.
- E-file pleadings and other documents via CM / ECF and state e-filing systems.
- Maintain and organize electronic and physical case files in accordance with firm procedures.
- Monitor and track case deadlines, hearings, and critical dates to ensure timely completion of filings and responses.
- Communicate professionally with clients, court staff, trustees, and opposing counsel.
- Assist with scheduling, calendar management, and preparation of exhibits, binders, and hearing materials.
- Provide general administrative and clerical assistance to attorneys and paralegals.
- Perform docket monitoring and basic legal research as assigned.
Qualifications :
Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Legal Assistant, preferably in Creditor’s rights, Bankruptcy, or Litigation.High school diploma required; associate degree or legal studies certificate preferred.Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with CM / ECF and state and federal e-filing systems.Experienced in court filings in a high-volume litigation practice.Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.Company Description
Busy law firm. Challenging assignments. Welcoming environment with a team focused approach.
Company Description
Busy law firm. Challenging assignments. Welcoming environment with a team focused approach.