POSITION: Entry Level Bankruptcy Paralegal
LOCATION: New York, NY – Midtown Manhattan
THE ORGANIZATION: International Law Firm
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: Base salary will commensurate with experience, up to $55K, Paid Overtime Benefits; Paid Time Off; 401K; Life and AD&D Insurance; Travel Reimbursement generous bonus, benefits including Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage and more!
SUMMARY: The Entry Level Bankruptcy Paralegal will support the legal team under the supervision of a senior paralegal.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Calendar critical dates related to bankruptcy cases, adversary proceedings and related litigation
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Proofread legal documents for attorneys and senior paralegals
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Manage and organize case materials
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Represent creditors, debtors, and committees in complex bankruptcy cases
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Assist with preparing and filing pleadings, court filings, and research local rules, and update precedent for forms of substantive and non-substantive pleadings.
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Update fee spreadsheets and assist team with preparing fee statements and applications
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Prepare memorandum for clients, summarizing data from analyzing dockets, invoices and pleadings
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Collaborate with other practice groups within the department when necessary
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Maintain correspondence with clients, creditors and other key stakeholders regarding cases
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Organize case documents for motions, applications, notices, memos and court orders
REQUIRED SKILLS:
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Bachelor’s Degree required with a 3.3 GPA or higher
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Microsoft Office proficiency is required
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Excellent communication skills
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Ability to travel and work overtime is required
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Excellent interpersonal skills with a talent for developing rapport with clients, attorneys and co-workers
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The ability to work well under pressure and coordinate several activities at once
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The initiative to problem-solve
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The capacity to meet strict deadlines
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Strong research skills
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Proficient using computer software and the internet
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The willingness to make a long-term commitment to the Firm
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Knowledge of Carpe Diem or Westlaw is a plus