Litigation Legal 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 litigation experience, while bankruptcy experience is solely a preference (including Chapters 7, 11, and Subchapter V Chapter 11.) 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 experience - litigation experience required, bankruptcy experience preferred but not required (Chapter 7, Chapter 11, and Subchapter V Chapter 11 is a plus) • 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 • 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.