Bankruptcy Paralegal

We are seeking a Bankruptcy Paralegal to join our growing team! The ideal candidate will be organized, proactive, and able to provide comprehensive support to our attorneys in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 matters. You will assist with case preparation, client communication, and daily operations essential to the success of our bankruptcy department.

Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and prepare bankruptcy petitions, schedules, statements, and related filings (Ch. 7 & Ch. 13)

• Conduct legal research and gather financial documentation to support filings

• Communicate with clients to obtain required documents, provide case updates, and guide them through the bankruptcy process

• Correspond with trustees, court personnel, opposing counsel, and creditors

• Monitor deadlines and ensure compliance with federal and local bankruptcy rules

• Assist attorneys with hearing preparation, 341 meeting coordination, and follow-up on trustee requests

• Maintain and update client files in case-management systems

• Assist with general office tasks and legal administrative support as needed

Qualifications (REQUIRED):

• Bankruptcy paralegal experience (Chapter 7 and/or Chapter 13) — REQUIRED

• Bilingual — English & Spanish — REQUIRED

• Strong understanding of bankruptcy procedures and legal terminology

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); ability to learn legal software quickly

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment

• Detail-oriented, dependable, and comfortable handling confidential information

• Customer service experience and strong interpersonal skills

• Tech-savvy and adaptable to new systems and processes