Bankruptcy Paralegal

We’re hiring a Bankruptcy Paralegal for a law firm in Columbia, SC that practices Bankruptcy and Civil Litigation.  If you are an Energetic, Smart, and Empathetic bankruptcy professional, please apply!

Responsibilities

• Answering phones, greeting clients, and constant communication with bankruptcy clients regarding the preparation and continuation of their case
• Understand the consumer bankruptcy process including all steps of Chapter 7, 9, 11, and 13 bankruptcy cases
• Assist attorneys in the preparation of bankruptcy filings, including petitions, schedules, and statements
• Confirmations, MTD, MFR, and other bankruptcy-related responsibilities
• Obtain documents and information from clients
• Conduct legal research with LexisNexis and investigations as needed and directed.
• Responsible for docketing, calendaring, drafting pleadings and motions, discovery, and other litigation-related documents in State and Federal Court.
• Handle all facets of bankruptcy cases including client contact and attorney support.
• Monitoring bankruptcy dockets and email notifications
• Communicate with Bankruptcy Court and case trustee staff
• Organize and maintain client files including physical files and those in the electronic case management system
• Consistently and meticulously record and store client information
• Utilize legal billing software
• Support litigation matters by preparing necessary documents and evidence for court proceedings

Minimum and Additional Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Paralegal certificate preferred
• 2+ years of Bankruptcy Paralegal experience in a law firm
• Consumer bankruptcy experience preferred
• Chapter 11, reorganization and/or restructuring experience preferred
• Strong understanding of Chapter 7, Chapter 13, and Chapter 11 (including Subchapter V) bankruptcy procedures.
• Recent Bankruptcy experience is required
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Windows, and other legal software
• Proficiency in CM/ECF Filing
• Working knowledge of State and Federal court systems and the ability to understand and follow Local, State, and Federal Rules of court
• Detail oriented

All resumes are held in strict confidence.

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities or requirements.