Corporate Commercial Bankruptcy Paralegal
Company: Jobot
Location: Dallas
Posted on: September 21, 2023
Job Description:
Established law firm (Founded in 1992) with offices in Dallas
and Houston is looking for a Senior Bankruptcy Paralegal!This Jobot
Job is hosted by: Ann HuronAre you a fit? Easy Apply now by
clicking the "Apply" button and sending us your resume.Salary:
$60,000 - $80,000 per yearA bit about us:A full-service law firm
with offices in Dallas and Houston. Founded in 1992 and providing
professional services for clients ranging from Fortune 500
companies to mid-sized public and private companies to
entrepreneurs. Handles litigation, transactional and bankruptcy
matters.Why join us?
- Well established- 30 years!
- Growing!
- Motivated to Hire!
- Live by their four core values- Character, Entrepreneurship,
Stewardship, Meritocracy!Job DetailsSummaryThe paralegal will work
under the supervision of the supervising attorneys and provide
support to the litigation and bankruptcy groups. Responsibilities
include case organizing, analyzing, researching and writing. The
paralegal will coordinate schedules, draft legal documents, and
communicate with parties. The paralegal will assist Attorneys
representing Debtors, Creditors, and Creditor Committees in large
chapter 11 restructuring cases in a team environment. The candidate
should have recent bankruptcy experience preferably in chapter 7 or
11 bankruptcy matters. Essential Duties , Responsibilities and
RequirementsMust be able to handle all facets of bankruptcy cases
including client contact and attorney support.Assist in analyzing
due diligence materials regarding all aspects of a company's
business operations.Assist with the preparation and filing of
petitions, resolutions, first day pleadings, drafts.Cite check,
research and update precedent in first and second-day pleadings
filed; must be familiar with local rules of various courts;
coordinate with other professionals and clients to obtain and
analyze due diligence materials in preparation of exhibits and
documents to be included as part of the filing material.Correspond
with clients, creditors and other interested parties regarding case
issues.Collate information and exhibits for motions, applications,
notices, memoranda, proofs of claim.Preparation of quarterly fee
applications.Assist with the preparation of monthly fee statements;
maintain professional fee spreadsheets.Review and edit documents
and exhibits, charts and diagrams.Maintain case calendars and
working group lists.Work closely with other practice groups and
offices on matters related to restructuring cases.Performs legal
research, especially of the Uniform Commercial Code.Corporate
background search with the secretary of state.Should have some
experience with electronic discovery.Strong e-filing experience is
also required.Follows up and checks status of bankruptcy
cases.Dockets relevant information and future follow-up datesSorts
and opens mail relevant to bankruptcy mattersScans and profiles
correspondence and documents sent and received in electronic filing
systemPerforms bankruptcy searches on various databases and dockets
results.QualificationsFour (4) year undergraduate degree preferred
but not required.Paralegal certification preferred but not
required.A minimum of 4 years' experience working on bankruptcy and
commercial litigation matters as a paralegal in Texas required.Must
know all aspects of litigation discovery.Strong knowledge and
computer skills of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Reveal,
CoreRelate (Docketing), PACER, Elite, BestCase program and Adobe
software is essential.Average typing speed of 60+ wpm
required.Commitment to work overtime on evenings and weekends when
necessary.Detail-oriented.Team player with ability to work
independently, prioritize and multi-task.Strong administrative and
organizational skills, creativity and initiative.Excellent oral and
written communication skills and able to interact effectively with
staff, attorneys, clients, courts and other professionals
required.Able to work in a fast-paced environment with challenging
tasks and daily deadlines.Must be able to maintain
confidentiality.Must possess excellent English communication skills
with the ability to speak and write clearly and
informatively.Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by
clicking the "Apply" button.
Keywords: Jobot, Dallas , Corporate Commercial Bankruptcy Paralegal, Legal , Dallas, Texas
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