Overview
A full-service litigation and business law firm with multiple U.S. locations is seeking an experienced Bankruptcy/Litigation Paralegal. This role focuses on commercial bankruptcy matters and offers the option to work virtually or from any firm location.
Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys and trustees with fact investigation, legal research, document preparation, and production related to commercial bankruptcy cases.
- Prepare Chapter 11 commercial bankruptcy cases, including first-day hearing materials such as pleadings, notices, PowerPoints, and demonstratives.
- Manage databases, conduct internet and electronic research, and maintain project folders and electronic files.
- Draft, process, and file bankruptcy-related documents.
- Obtain credit reports and assist in writing Proofs of Claim.
- Regularly review case documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Prepare hearing notebooks containing motions, applications, notices, orders, and exhibits.
- Assist with mailings related to bankruptcy cases.
- Participate in internal continuing legal education (CLE) sessions.
- Anticipate attorney needs and provide proactive support.
- Mentor Paralegal Assistants or junior Paralegals as needed.
- Stay informed about developments in the paralegal profession.
- Utilize and implement legal AI technologies.
- Meet an annual billable hour target of 1,500.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Minimum of 10 years' experience working directly with commercial bankruptcy attorneys in a law firm or similar professional environment.
- Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate preferred.
- Significant substantive legal experience may be considered in lieu of formal education at the discretion of management.
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional and courteous interaction with clients and colleagues; professional appearance required.
- Excellent organizational, time-management, and prioritization skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team and adapt to changing business demands.
- Efficient and accurate work production with high-quality final deliverables.
- Sound judgment and decisiveness under deadlines.
- High level of professional integrity, confidentiality, and trustworthiness.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Ability to build strong client relationships through responsiveness.
- Reliability and commitment to delivering on responsibilities.
- Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Ability to independently manage key duties without supervision.
- Clear, concise, and confident communication tailored to audience needs.
- Commitment to superior service for internal and external customers.
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation is commensurate with skills, experience, location, and other legal factors. Expected salary ranges by location are:
- California: $86,000 - $139,000
- Colorado: $75,000 - $119,000
- Illinois: $64,000 - $125,000
- Maryland: $73,000 - $107,000
- Massachusetts: $85,000 - $130,000
- Minnesota: $75,000 - $111,000
- Jersey City, NJ: $78,000 - $114,000
- New York: $66,000 - $125,000
- Washington State: $88,000 - $134,000
- Washington, DC: $94,000 - $138,000
This salary does not include discretionary bonuses, which are non-guaranteed and based on individual and firm performance.
Full-time employees receive benefits including medical and dental coverage, life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, pre-tax flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care expenses, an employee assistance program, paid time off, paid holidays, and participation in a retirement plan after eligibility requirements are met.
Location
This position is open to candidates working virtually or from any of the firm's multiple U.S. locations.
Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities during the application and employment process.