Contract Legal Assistant

Job Title: Contract Legal Assistant

Location: Remote (with occasional in-office availability if needed)

Job Type: Contract / Independent Contractor

About Us

We are a growing bankruptcy law firm dedicated to providing compassionate and effective legal support to individuals facing financial challenges.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Legal Assistant to support our growing bankruptcy practice. This role is critical to ensuring smooth client intake, document management, and case progression from onboarding through filing.

The ideal candidate is proactive, tech-savvy, and thrives in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of professionalism and client care.

Responsibilities

• Manage client intake and onboarding process
• Communicate with clients via phone, email, and client portal
• Assist in gathering and organizing required bankruptcy documents (pay stubs, tax returns, bank statements, etc.)
• Maintain and update client files in case management software (e.g., MyCase)
• Draft basic correspondence and follow-up communications
• Monitor deadlines and ensure timely submission of documents
• Coordinate with attorney and team members on case status
• Assist with preparation of bankruptcy filings and supporting documentation
• Provide exceptional client service with empathy and professionalism

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a legal assistant or administrative assistant (bankruptcy experience preferred but not required)
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality
• Tech-savvy and comfortable with virtual systems and client portals
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• High attention to detail
• Preferably bilingual in English & Spanish, but not required.

Contract Details

• Status: Independent Contractor (1099)
• Hours: Flexible, project-based workload (20–30 hours per week to start, with potential to increase).
• Compensation: Competitive hourly or per-case rate, commensurate with experience.
• Remote: Yes (occasional availability for phone/video conferences required).

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $14.00 - $18.00 per hour

Work Location: Remote