Beacon Hill · 9 hours ago
Bankruptcy Paralegal
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$75K/yr - $95K/yr
3+ years expBeacon Hill Legal is partnering with a well-established law firm in downtown Chicago to hire an experienced Bankruptcy Paralegal to support their Bankruptcy and Financial Restructuring practice. The role requires a detail-oriented professional who can manage multiple deadlines and provide a high level of support to attorneys handling Chapter 11 and related adversary proceedings.
Staffing Agency
Responsibilities
Assist attorneys with large Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases and related adversary matters
Draft orders, notices, certificates of service, subpoenas, pleadings, and proofs of claim
Coordinate service of documents and manage document review processes
Prepare and maintain detailed case logs, calendars, and hearing schedules
Prepare petitions, schedules, and other bankruptcy filings, including involuntary petitions
Organize and summarize factual data and case developments
File documents electronically with U.S. bankruptcy courts nationwide
Conduct legal research and retrieve case information, dockets, and pleadings
Assist with claims reconciliation and preference action analyses
Collaborate with attorneys, litigation technology staff, and fraud teams on cross-practice matters
Prepare exhibits for trial and evidentiary hearings, and assist with trial preparation
Qualification
Required
Minimum of three years of litigation experience; bankruptcy experience strongly preferred
Trial preparation and trial experience required
Strong knowledge of bankruptcy procedures and e-filing with U.S. bankruptcy courts
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel; Best Case Software experience preferred
Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to prioritize effectively
Ability to work overtime as needed to meet case deadlines
Preferred
Bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate preferred (equivalent experience considered)
Bankruptcy experience strongly preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Federal and state leave programs
Company
Beacon Hill
Beacon Hill was founded to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing.
1001-5000 employees
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Executive Assistant to CEO
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