Bankruptcy & Creditors' Rights Legal Assistant

Join an established and respected Tampa Bay law firm offering competitive salary and full benefits — creditors' rights experience required!This Jobot Job is hosted by: Natasha van der GriendtAre you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" buttonand sending us your resume.Salary: $70,000 - $75,000 per yearA bit about us:A leading Tampa Bay law firm with over 50 years of history and 100+ attorneys practicing across multiple disciplines. Recognized consistently in Best Lawyers, Chambers USA, and Florida Super Lawyers, this firm has built its reputation on client service, collaboration, and community investment. With offices across Tampa Bay and a culture known for long-term employee retention, this is a firm people join and build careers at.Why join us?

• * Benefits: 18 days PTO, medical, dental, vision, 401K with match, and discretionary bonus
• * Dynamic and supportive team environment
• * Career growth and professional development opportunities
• * Commitment to work-life balance
• * State-of-the-art technology and resources

Job DetailsBANKRUPTCY & CREDITORS' RIGHTS LEGAL ASSISTANTA well-established Tampa Bay law firm's Creditors' Rights and Bankruptcy practice group is seeking an experienced legal assistant who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume federal court environment. This is a hands-on role supporting attorneys and paralegals across complex bankruptcy matters.Responsibilities

• * Prepare, proofread, and format bankruptcy documents including proofs of claim, stay relief motions, and objections
• * E-file pleadings via CM/ECF and state e-filing systems
• * Monitor and track case deadlines, hearings, and critical dates
• * Communicate professionally with clients, court staff, trustees, and opposing counsel
• * Maintain and organize electronic and physical case files
• * Assist with scheduling, calendar management, and hearing preparation
• * Support docket monitoring and basic legal research as assigned

Qualifications

• * 2+ years of legal assistant experience in creditors' rights required
• * CM/ECF and state/federal e-filing proficiency required
• * Strong organizational skills and ability to thrive in a high-volume environment
• * Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• * Professional communication skills with clients, courts, and counsel

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