Bankruptcy Paralegal

Full Service Law Firm seeking a Bankruptcy Paralegal to join their team!

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1+ years of bankruptcy paralegal experience preferred
• Litigation and E-Discovery experience is a plus
• Experience with Chapter 7, 11, and 13 filings
• Familiarity with court filing procedures
• Ability and knowledge with electronic filings
• Ability to manage high-volume caseloads
• Knowledge of Best Case and NetDocuments software
• Experience with  Business Restructuring, Insolvency, Creditors’ Rights a plus

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Bankruptcy Case Management
• Manage cases from inception through closing
• Prepare and file Chapter 7, Chapter 11, and Chapter 13 petitions
• Draft schedules, Statements of Financial Affairs, and Chapter plans
• Prepare monthly fee statements and interim/final fee applications
• Draft and file First Day pleadings
• Legal Drafting & Research
• Perform legal research and summarize legal documents
• Draft pleadings, subpoenas, discovery requests/responses, charts, and proofs of claim
• Review and summarize pleadings, court dockets, and case documents
• Litigation & Trial Support
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation
• Coordinate exhibits, trial notebooks, and demonstratives
• Draft default papers and settlement agreements
• Assist with preference, fraudulent transfer, and recovery actions
• Maintain attorney calendars, deadlines, court appearances, and meetings
• Communicate with clients, trustees, creditors, and court personnel
• Prepare real estate closing packages
• Format and file pleadings in State Court, Bankruptcy Court, and District Court