Overview
Legal Assistant / Front Desk Receptionist Jobs in San Diego, CA at Bankruptcy Law Center
Legal Assistant / Front Desk Receptionist
$30/hour Full-Time (35–40 hours/week)
About the Role:
We’re a well-established and growing bankruptcy and consumer protection law firm seeking a friendly, organized, and dependable Legal Assistant / Front Desk Receptionist to be the welcoming face of our office. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys helping people, staying organized, and working in a professional legal environment.
BLC is the largest and most experienced bankruptcy law firm in San Diego, proudly serving individuals and businesses across California with Chapter 7, 11, and 13 bankruptcies, debt negotiation, and consumer debt resolution. Our team is passionate about providing excellent service to our clients, and the receptionist plays a key role in making that experience seamless from the first phone call or visit.
Key Responsibilities
- Answer and manage incoming phone calls in a professional, courteous manner
- Route calls to the appropriate attorneys, intake staff, or team members
- Perform accurate data entry regarding bankruptcy petitions (creditors, income, expenses, etc.)
- Maintain organized client and case records – updating spreadsheets and client file notes daily
- Follow up with clients to collect required documents and signatures needed to file
- Schedule appointments with intake and attorneys; coordinate schedules efficiently
- Meet with clients in person to collect and scan documents comprehensively
- Explain to clients how to obtain necessary documents and provide clear resources/guidance
- Prepare and send notices of bankruptcy filings and other mailings to creditors and other parties
- Support attorneys with document review, drafting legal correspondence, and proofreading to ensure accuracy and clarity
- Provide general administrative and front-desk support to keep the office running smoothly
Ideal Candidate
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Google Suite, Adobe Acrobat) and legal research tools like LexisNexis and Westlaw, preferred not required.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
- Dependable, reliable, and professional with a strong work ethic
- Smart, capable, and quick to learn new processes
- Highly organized with excellent attention to detail
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Comfortable interacting with clients both in person and over the phone
- Genuine interest in the legal field and willingness to grow in a law-office environment
- Ability to handle confidential information discreetly while maintaining professionalism at all times
Schedule & Compensation
- Full-time: 35–40 hours per week
- Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, 5:30 PM or 6:00 PM
- Pay: $30 per hour
If you are organized, dependable, and interested in building a career in a legal setting, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and a cover letter to [email protected].
Pay: From $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Title: Legal Assistant / Front Desk Receptionist
Company: Bankruptcy Law Center
Location: San Diego, CA
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