Exception Opportunity in Orlando, Florida-Direct Hire
My client, a law firm, is seeking an experienced Bankruptcy Paralegal for an exceptional opportunity within the Bankruptcy team.
The Bankruptcy Paralegal will assist their attorney team members by providing bankruptcy litigation and transactional support services including document and claim preparation and review; communications with court staff and
clients; market research, investigation, and fact checking; preparation and support for contested hearings and closing of bankruptcy and restructuring related transactions.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Implementation of all elements of evolving bankruptcy case and knowledge management systems, including file management (electronic and hard copy), case calendaring, task lists and bankruptcy-related deadlines.
• Meet and confer with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss cases, projects, and ongoing client development initiatives.
• Draft legal documents including routine retention and fee applications; draft orders; prepare exhibits; file motions and pleadings in accordance with judicial procedures.
• Prepare and file proofs of claim and assist with the claim’s reconciliation process.
• Research and analyze case management procedures, local court rules and statutes for compliance.
• Review and monitor case dockets to identify, summarize, and circulate relevant pleadings and applications.
• Manage hearing preparation and support, including scheduling of telephonic appearances and preparation of hearing binders.
• Prepare, organize, store, and retrieve case information, which may include depositions, pleadings, exhibits and other items.
• Assist attorneys with hearing and trial preparation.
• Develop and maintain time records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.
• Actively participate in weekly team meetings
Minimum qualifications include:
• Bachelor’s degree with seven to ten years of relevant experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of electronic filing through CM/ECF filing system in all bankruptcy courts.
• Familiarity with fundamental basic bankruptcy concepts and court pleadings,
• Excellent interpersonal and client service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related.
Please forward your resume in MS Word along with your salary requirements to SherryZ@TopLawJobs.com
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