Legal Administrative Assistant - Litigation & Restructuring

Fennemore is a full-service business law firm with a 140-year legacy of excellence and a future defined by innovation. We are not your traditional law firm and thats on purpose. With 20 offices across the Western U.S. were breaking growth records as one of the fastest-growing firms in the country. We embrace change set new standards for how a modern law firm operates and create environments where both clients and colleagues thrive.

Our people-first philosophy is built on collaboration and creativity. Industry recognition for retention workplace culture and job satisfaction reflects that commitment.

Were proud to foster a strong sense of community a genuine commitment to work-life balance and a diverse and inclusive work environment where passionate professionals feel valued and supported.

We are currently seeking a full-time Legal Administrative Assistant Business Litigation & Restructuring to join our Sacramento office. This on-site role will support a team of attorneys with active litigation practices and restructuring work.This position is ideal for a reliable detail-oriented tech-comfortable professional who enjoys working independently managing priorities for multiple attorneys and contributing meaningfully to a collaborative client-focused team.

Responsibilities:

• Attorney Support: Serve as the go-to administrative lead for attorneys with varying support needs.
• Document Preparation: Draft format edit and file pleadings discovery correspondence and motions. File and serve litigation documents in compliance withCalifornia state and federal court rules.
• Restructuring Coordination: Assist with creditor/trustee-side bankruptcy procedures and insolvency matters including document preparation and communication with court personnel.
• Case & File Management: Maintain and organize case materials both physically and electronically including litigation and restructuring files.
• Scheduling & Calendar Management: Coordinate hearings depositions meetings and court deadlines; manage calendars for multiple attorneys.
• Client Intake & File Openings: Handle conflict checks initiate new matters and prepare engagement letters.
• Billing & Timekeeping: Track attorney time process proformas and assist with billing procedures using Intapp or equivalent software.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with attorneys paralegals and staff across offices to ensure seamless service delivery and team effectiveness.

Requirements:

• 5 years of experience as a legal administrative assistant with a strong emphasis in California litigation support.
• Familiarity with restructuring or creditor/trustee bankruptcy procedures preferrede.
• Confidence and independence in managing workflows deadlines and priorities for multiple attorneys.
• Excellent command of English grammar punctuation formatting and legal style.
• High standards of discretion ethics and confidentiality.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Adobe Acrobat document management systems (iManage preferred) DocuSign and time/billing platforms (Intapp preferred).
• Bachelors degree preferred but not required.

Total Rewards:

• Competitive Base Salary Annual Merit Increases
• On-the-Spot Monthly Bonus Program
• Workplace Flexibility Options
• 401k Retirement Plan with Employer Match & Profit-Sharing Component
• Health Dental and Vision Coverage Employer Premium Contribution
• Employer-Paid Group Term Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities for professional development

PLEASE CONSIDER APPLYING TODAY

Fennemore is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people from all social economic and ethnic groups and individuals with disabilities to apply to our positions. Fennemore is dedicated to maintaining an atmosphere that promotes the diversity of personal backgrounds experiences abilities perspectives and ideas. If your experience and qualifications are close to what you see listed here even if not a perfect match please still consider applying. If you require assistance or need reasonable accommodations at any point in the application or interview process please let us know.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills. Employees may be required to perform duties outside their normal assigned responsibilities as needed.

Salary: $68000/yr. - $75000/yr.