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A well-established London law firm is seeking a Restructuring & Insolvency Legal Assistant to join its busy and highly regarded restructuring and insolvency team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Legal Assistant with experience in insolvency, restructuring, litigation, debt recovery or wider commercial law to support fee earners on a varied caseload of contentious and non-contentious matters. The successful Restructuring & Insolvency Legal Assistant will work closely with solicitors and partners, gaining exposure to complex corporate and personal insolvency matters, advisory work, court processes and client-facing legal support. The firm advises insolvency practitioners, directors, creditors, companies and individuals across a broad range of restructuring and insolvency issues. The team is looking for a proactive, organised and detail-focused Legal Assistant who is confident handling legal administration, preparing documents and supporting fee earners in a fast-paced professional environment.
Job Responsibility:
Preparing, formatting and proofreading legal documents, correspondence and court bundles
Assisting with insolvency procedures, including administrations, liquidations, bankruptcies and winding-up petitions
Opening and closing files, maintaining accurate records and managing client documentation
Liaising with clients, courts, counsel, insolvency practitioners and third parties
Supporting fee earners with legal research, document review and case preparation
Managing diaries, deadlines, hearings and key dates
Assisting with billing, time recording and general matter administration
Ensuring compliance procedures, AML checks and file management processes are followed accurately
Requirements:
Previous experience as a Legal Assistant, Paralegal or Legal Secretary within a law firm
Exposure to restructuring, insolvency, litigation, commercial disputes or debt recovery
Strong document production and administrative skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
A high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Confidence dealing with clients and professional contacts
The ability to manage deadlines and prioritise a busy workload
A professional, proactive and team-focused approach
What we offer:
Pension
Healthcare
High-quality restructuring and insolvency work
Supportive team environment
Excellent opportunity for career development
Exposure to experienced solicitors, partners and specialist insolvency professionals