Bankruptcy Specialist jobs in Saint Louis, MO

Job Description: Bankruptcy Filer Legal Assistant

Department: Bankruptcy

Reports To: Supervising Attorney

Position Type: Full Time, Hourly, Nonexempt

Location: Edwardsville, IL, 62025

Standard Hours: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM; Flexible Schedule. Eligible to work alternative hours per department needs and supervisor approval.

Supervisor Role: No

Overall Descriptions of the Position:

A Bankruptcy Filer Legal Assistant for The Gori Law Firm will be responsible for drafting legal documents, reviewing client files and discovery documents, and preparing bankruptcy claims for submission.

Skills/Abilities:

• Competent to Proficient knowledge and demonstrated skill set in:
  • MS Office Word, Excel, and Adobe
  • Typing, saving and calendaring events
  • Filing, organizing, and processing data
  • Reading and processing information from text and online sources
  • Proofing documents for spelling, punctuation and grammar
• Ability to type quickly and accurately
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and coworkers
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and organize
• Customer Service skills preferred
• Punctual and predictable attendance
• Job duties must be regularly performed in the office
• Preferred:
  • Knowledge related to Asbestos, the diseases that can result from exposure, and available treatment.
  • Knowledge of Asbestos containing products and in what industries they are used.
  • 5 years in legal industry or related higher education experience in business, criminal justice, or related field

Position Duties (including, but not limited to):

• Organize work tasks in a sequential and detail-oriented fashion to ensure accuracy of information and proper documentation of case notes.
• Read, scan, save and extract key information from various sources.
• Maintain case documents in both paper and electronic filing systems.
• Draft legal documents and organize documentation for attorneys.
• Occasionally interview clients, co-workers, and family members of clients regarding case details.
• Be familiar with products, industries, and work sites related to asbestos exposure.
• Work both independently and part of a team to ensure all case related information is accurately and effectively communicated and documented for other legal professionals working on the case.

Education, Certificates and Licenses:

• High School Diploma or GED; secondary education preferred
• Must be able to pass pre-employment background check.