Legal Administrative Assistant

Offit Kurman, a growing Am Law 200 firm, is seeking a confident, highly organized, and proactive Legal Administrative Assistant to support our Bankruptcy practice. This role supports a team of bankruptcy attorneys in Bethesda and requires direct law firm bankruptcy experience, including Chapters 5, 7, 11, and 13. Candidates must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with high attention to detail and strict deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, format, and proofread bankruptcy legal documents, including petitions, schedules, motions, and correspondence

• Manage electronic filings (CM/ECF) and ensure compliance with court requirements

• Maintain and organize client files (electronic and physical), pleadings, and case materials

• Track deadlines and proactively manage attorney calendars to ensure timely filings and court appearances

• Coordinate hearings, meetings, and conference calls

• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, trustees, and creditors

• Support new client/matter intake, including conflict checks and file opening

• Assist with case management, including document organization and trial preparation support

• Process expense reports and other administrative/financial documentation

• Maintain strict confidentiality and adherence to firm policies

Qualifications

• Direct law firm bankruptcy experience required (Ch. 5, 7, 11, and 13)

• Minimum 5+ years of legal administrative experience in a law firm or professional services environment

• Confident, proactive, and highly organized with the ability to anticipate needs and stay ahead of deadlines

• Strong experience with CM/ECF e-filing and bankruptcy procedures

• Excellent document production skills (formatting, proofreading, transcription, and editing)

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a client-service mindset

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), document management systems, and time entry software

Apply now for consideration. Compensation commensurate with experience.