Law Firm · 2 months ago
Bankruptcy Paralegal
Miami, FL, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelLaw Firm is a busy law firm experiencing growth year over year, and they are seeking a Bankruptcy Paralegal to join their growing team. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive support to attorneys in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 matters, assisting with case preparation, client communication, and daily operations essential to the success of the bankruptcy department.
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Responsibilities
Draft, review, and prepare bankruptcy petitions, schedules, statements, and related filings (Ch. 7 & Ch. 13)
Conduct legal research and gather financial documentation to support filings
Communicate with clients to obtain required documents, provide case updates, and guide them through the bankruptcy process
Correspond with trustees, court personnel, opposing counsel, and creditors
Monitor deadlines and ensure compliance with federal and local bankruptcy rules
Assist attorneys with hearing preparation, 341 meeting coordination, and follow-up on trustee requests
Maintain and update client files in case-management systems
Assist with general office tasks and legal administrative support as needed
Qualification
Required
Bankruptcy paralegal experience (Chapter 7 and/or Chapter 13) — REQUIRED
Bilingual — English & Spanish — REQUIRED
Strong understanding of bankruptcy procedures and legal terminology
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); ability to learn legal software quickly
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Highly organized with the ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment
Detail-oriented, dependable, and comfortable handling confidential information
Customer service experience and strong interpersonal skills
Tech-savvy and adaptable to new systems and processes
Company
Law Firm
Law Firm
Founded in 1969
11-50 employees
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