Legal Executive Assistant (Restructuring)

This position supports a lead partner and legal team in a top-ranked global law firm, managing high-level administrative functions in a fast-paced, court-supervised legal environment. The role involves detailed coordination of billing, legal filings, scheduling, and documentation with a strong focus on bankruptcy court compliance.

Client Details

The client is a globally recognized law firm with a strong reputation for excellence, strategic insight, and client service. The client is considered one of the most respected in the legal industry, frequently advising on complex, high-profile bankruptcy and restructuring matters for leading institutions and corporations worldwide.

Description

• Provide executive-level administrative support to the lead restructuring partner and legal team
• Manage complex calendars, travel logistics, and scheduling for meetings and court hearings
• Draft and edit legal documents, presentations, and correspondence
• Coordinate internal and external meetings, including court-related sessions and client calls
• Handle time entry and monthly billing, ensuring compliance with U.S. Bankruptcy Court guidelines
• Liaise with billing teams on fee applications, narrative edits, and time entry reviews
• Open new matters and maintain legal file organization systems
• Monitor court deadlines, dockets, and case developments
• Coordinate court filings and ensure proper documentation and archiving
• Support onboarding and maintain team records, rosters, and distribution lists
• Identify opportunities to improve workflow efficiency and reduce administrative workload

Profile

• Has 7+ years of legal administrative experience, with at least 3 years focused on restructuring, bankruptcy, or financial services litigation
• Demonstrates deep familiarity with bankruptcy court billing procedures and compliance standards
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, legal billing platforms (Intapp, Aderant, Elite), and document systems like iManage
• Exceptionally organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple high-priority tasks
• Possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills, with discretion and professionalism
• Ideally has experience working in a top-tier (Am Law 100) legal environment
• Maintains a high degree of confidentiality and handles sensitive information with care

Job Offer

• Competitive annual salary ranging from $80,000 to $100,000, based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package, including Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and paid time off (PTO)
• The opportunity to work in a high-performing, elite legal environment within one of the industry's top Restructuring teams

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