Bankruptcy Paralegal

Overview

This role supports attorneys on complex bankruptcy litigation matters within the Litigation & Disputes service line. The Bankruptcy Paralegal will assist with drafting, e-filing, discovery support, and case administration for matters across multiple jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare court filings, including proofs of claim, motions for relief, and fee applications.
• Draft and organize case documents such as petitions, schedules, financial statements, binders, and discovery requests.
• Manage calendars and deadlines while handling matters in various jurisdictions throughout the United States and internationally.
• Utilize CM/ECF and Pacer for electronic filing and court submissions.
• Maintain and organize physical and electronic client matters.
• Read, interpret, and index legal and financial records.
• Communicate with clients and relay messages and updates between clients and attorneys.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and/or Paralegal Certificate, or equivalent relevant work experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in a bankruptcy paralegal position, with strong knowledge of the Rules of Federal Bankruptcy Procedure and the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure.
• Experience with local and federal bankruptcy court procedures and practices, including preparation of binders and agendas preferred.
• Ability to handle shifting and strict deadlines across multiple locations.
• Working knowledge of Best Case Software, CM/ECF, and Pacer filings.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Strong technological and organizational skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with Chapter 7.
• California law experience.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly, non-exempt position.

Location

• Full-time role based in one of the Florida offices.
• The team may consider fully remote for the right candidate with Florida bankruptcy paralegal experience.

Physical Requirements

• Sits frequently, six out of eight hours per day; sitting position static for up to one-half hour at a time.
• Bends and stoops occasionally, up to one-half hour per day.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations will be provided to individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access to employment opportunities. If accommodations are needed during the application or interview process, please request them.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The employer is required to notify applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.