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Jackson Walker LLP · 7 hours ago

Legal Administrative Assistant - Bankruptcy & Litgation

Austin, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Jackson Walker LLP is a law firm seeking a Bankruptcy and Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant to provide high-level administrative and document support to attorneys in their practice groups. The role involves coordinating filings, managing deadlines, preparing documentation, and maintaining accurate records to ensure efficient case management.

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Responsibilities

Prepare, proofread, and edit correspondence, pleadings, memoranda, service lists, and related documents

Draft standard bankruptcy filings and litigation documents under attorney supervision

Perform accurate electronic filing (CM/ECF and eFileTexas.gov) and manage judge-specific filing requirements

Compile, scan, and profile documents in the appropriate document management system (iManage)

Monitor case developments, obtain court dockets, and keep attorneys informed of updates

Maintain attorney-specific case lists, status reports, calendars, and deadline tracking

Prepare pleadings notebooks, indexes, and exhibits; update and organize case files regularly

Assist with prebills and billing processes as assigned

Coordinate attorney travel, meetings, scheduling, and expense reimbursements

Handle client intake forms, maintain accurate records, and ensure case files follow firm procedures

Answer phones and provide excellent client service with professionalism and discretion

Enter, review, and revise timesheets as needed

Maintain confidentiality in all firm and client matters

Collaborate with attorneys, staff, and external contacts to support workflow

Perform other duties as assigned to support the Bankruptcy and Litigation teams

Qualification

Legal administrative experienceMS WordE-filing platformsAdobe AcrobatDocument management systemsOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsInterpersonal skills