Start Your Legal Career the Right Way
Van Horn Law Group is one of Florida’s leading bankruptcy firms, and we are hiring a high-potential Legal Assistant who wants more than just a job — someone looking for hands-on experience, real mentorship, and a pathway into the legal industry.
This role is ideal for:
- Recent college graduates considering law school
- Future law students taking a gap year
- Ambitious professionals looking to build a long-term legal career
- High performers who want structured training and upward mobility
We have trained many professionals in their first legal role — and many are still with our firm today in advanced positions.
What You’ll Gain
- Direct exposure to bankruptcy law (Chapters 7, 13, and 11)
- Hands-on training from experienced attorneys and senior staff
- Client-facing experience
- Courtroom and hearing exposure
- Clear growth path within the firm
This is not a back-office filing role. You will be part of helping real people rebuild their financial lives.
Your Responsibilities
- Communicate directly with clients to gather required documents and information
- Organize and review financial documents for completeness and accuracy
- Prepare case files for attorney and paralegal review
- Track deadlines and ensure cases move efficiently
- Assist with drafting and filing documents
- Support attorneys during hearings and strategy sessions
What We’re Looking For
- Strong academic background (all majors welcome; finance, business, political science, or pre-law a plus)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Comfortable speaking with clients in stressful situations
- Competitive, driven, and eager to grow
- Ability to handle high standards and structured training
No legal experience required — we will train the right person.
Compensation and Growth
- Competitive salary
- Structured onboarding and mentorship
- Performance-based growth opportunities
- Long-term career potential within the firm
If you are looking for a place to build real skills, earn responsibility quickly, and work in a high-performance environment — this is the opportunity.
Apply with resume and a short paragraph explaining why you want to start your legal career here.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Language:
Ability to Commute:
- Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 (Required)
Work Location: In person
