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Robinson+Cole · 1 week ago

Bankruptcy Paralegal

Wilmington, DE

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

Robinson+Cole is a law firm that is seeking a Bankruptcy Paralegal to assist attorneys in the preparation and drafting of legal documents related to bankruptcy cases. The role involves e-filing with courts, drafting notices and applications, and managing bankruptcy litigation.

Law Practice

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

E-files with the Federal and State Courts generally, and more particularly with both the U.S. Bankruptcy and the U.S District Courts

Utilizes the CM/ECF and Pacer filing system

Drafts notices, monthly and quarterly fee applications and proofs of claims

Obtains, reviews and indexes legal records and documents for litigation matters

Organizes and maintains discovery files and document productions (hardcopy and electronic formats)

Notices depositions, organizes, maintains and prepares deposition materials, exhibits and summaries

Prepares case materials for experts

Works with spreadsheets (MS Excel), database and litigation software packages, i.e., Case Notebook; PowerPoint and/or Relativity

Assists with trial preparation and trials

Applies knowledge of the Rules of Federal Bankruptcy Procedure and the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure relating to service of motion/objections and pleadings

Manages bankruptcy litigation, including adversary proceedings and appeals (familiarity with the Local Bankruptcy Rules for the Delaware and nationwide Bankruptcy and District Courts)

Works and learns independently and meets deadlines

Exercises independent judgment and initiative

Grasps and applies new ideas

Communicates with various personalities at all levels

Qualification

Bankruptcy Court proceduresE-filing systemsBankruptcy litigation managementLegal writingAttention to detailIndependenceCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsFlexibility

Required

E-files with the Federal and State Courts generally, and more particularly with both the U.S. Bankruptcy and the U.S District Courts

Utilizes the CM/ECF and Pacer filing system

Drafts notices, monthly and quarterly fee applications and proofs of claims

Obtains, reviews and indexes legal records and documents for litigation matters

Organizes and maintains discovery files and document productions (hardcopy and electronic formats)

Notices depositions, organizes, maintains and prepares deposition materials, exhibits and summaries

Prepares case materials for experts

Works with spreadsheets (MS Excel), database and litigation software packages, i.e., Case Notebook; PowerPoint and/or Relativity

Assists with trial preparation and trials

Applies knowledge of the Rules of Federal Bankruptcy Procedure and the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure relating to service of motion/objections and pleadings

Manages bankruptcy litigation, including adversary proceedings and appeals (familiarity with the Local Bankruptcy Rules for the Delaware and nationwide Bankruptcy and District Courts)

Works and learns independently and meets deadlines

Exercises independent judgment and initiative

Grasps and applies new ideas

Communicates with various personalities at all levels

Prior working experience in the bankruptcy group of a law firm representing debtors and creditors in complex chapter 11 and chapter 7 cases, as well as familiarity with chapter 11 reorganization process and basic documents such as, SoFAs, fee applications, disclosure statements and plans of reorganization

Experience with UCC searches and filings, and in appellate matters and cite checking and blue booking skills a plus

Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as the ability to work with individuals at all organizational levels

Excellent writing and proofreading skills, and excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

Ability to prioritize issues and workload

Flexibility and ability to adapt to constantly changing priorities

The ability to work on projects independently or with little supervision

Familiar with Equipment: Personal computer and other office equipment such as telephone, calculator, fax machine, copier, scanner, postage machine, equitrax, etc

Able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

Ability to work hours in excess of your normal daily schedule

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and/or experience

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Paid vacation

Paid sick days

A 401(k) plan

A variety of other benefits

Company

Robinson+Cole

Robinson+Cole is a service mark of Robinson & Cole LLP, a law firm with offices throughout the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Florida, and California serving regional, national, and international clients.

Founded in 1845

Hartford, Connecticut, US

201-500 employees

https://www.rc.com

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