Bankruptcy Paralegal
Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC

Job Info

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A business law firm is seeking an experienced Bankruptcy Paralegal for an exceptional opportunity within the Bankruptcy team in their Orlando, FL office. The Bankruptcy Paralegal will assist their attorney team members by providing bankruptcy litigation and transactional support services including document and claim preparation and review; communications with court staff and clients; market research, investigation, and fact checking; preparation and support for contested hearings and closing of bankruptcy and restructuring related transactions.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Implementation of all elements of evolving bankruptcy case and knowledge management systems, including file management (electronic and hard copy), case calendaring, task lists and bankruptcy-related deadlines.
• Meet and confer with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss cases, projects, and ongoing client development initiatives.
• Draft legal documents including routine retention and fee applications; draft orders; prepare exhibits; file motions and pleadings in accordance with judicial procedures.
• Prepare and file proofs of claim and assist with the claim's reconciliation process.
• Research and analyze case management procedures, local court rules and statutes for compliance.
• Review and monitor case dockets to identify, summarize, and circulate relevant pleadings and applications.
• Manage hearing preparation and support, including scheduling of telephonic appearances and preparation of hearing binders.
• Prepare, organize, store, and retrieve case information, which may include depositions, pleadings, exhibits and other items.
• Assist attorneys with hearing and trial preparation.
• Develop and maintain time records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.
• Actively participate in weekly team meetings

Minimum qualifications include:

• Bachelor's degree with seven to ten years of relevant experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of electronic filing through CM/ECF filing system in all bankruptcy courts.
• Familiarity with fundamental basic bankruptcy concepts and court pleadings,
• Excellent interpersonal and client service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Beacon Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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Company Profile:

Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.

Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.

Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com .

We look forward to working with you.

Beacon Hill. Employing the Future (TM)

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