Overview
A full-service litigation and business law firm with multiple U.S. locations is seeking an experienced Bankruptcy/Litigation Paralegal. This role supports attorneys and trustees in commercial bankruptcy matters, focusing on Chapter 11 cases. The position is open for remote work or at any firm location.
Responsibilities
- Assist in preparing Chapter 11 commercial bankruptcy cases, including first-day hearing preparation, pleadings, noticing, and presentation materials.
- Develop proficiency in database management, electronic research, and electronic file maintenance.
- Draft, process, and file bankruptcy-related documents.
- Obtain credit reports and assist with drafting Proofs of Claim.
- Regularly review case documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Prepare hearing notebooks with relevant motions, notices, orders, and exhibits.
- Manage mailings related to bankruptcy cases as needed.
- Participate in internal continuing legal education (CLE) sessions.
- Anticipate attorney needs and provide proactive support.
- Mentor junior paralegals or paralegal assistants as required.
- Stay updated on developments in the paralegal profession.
- Utilize and implement legal AI tools and adapt to new technologies.
- Meet an annual billable hour target of 1,500 hours.
- 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 management discretion.
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional and courteous interaction with clients and colleagues; professional appearance required.
- Excellent organizational, time-management, and prioritization skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively and adapt to changing business needs.
- Efficient and accurate work production with high-quality final deliverables.
- Sound judgment and decisiveness under deadlines.
- High level of 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 thriving 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 clients.
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation is commensurate with skills, experience, and location. 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
Bonus opportunities are discretionary and based on individual and firm performance. Full-time employees receive benefits including medical and dental coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance programs, paid time off, paid holidays, and retirement plan participation after eligibility.
Additional Information
Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter and resume. This is an equal opportunity position welcoming diverse candidates including minorities, females, disabled individuals, and veterans. Only principal applicants will be considered.