Bankruptcy Paralegal

Bankruptcy ParalegalA well-established business law firm is seeking a Bankruptcy Paralegal to support its growing bankruptcy practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced paralegal interested in sophisticated legal work within a collaborative, team-oriented environment.The firm handles complex matters involving bankruptcy, commercial transactions, healthcare, commercial real estate, litigation, and mediation. The bankruptcy team represents debtors, creditors, trustees, committees, and other parties throughout restructuring and insolvency proceedings.The Bankruptcy Paralegal will work closely with attorneys on complex commercial bankruptcy and litigation matters. The ideal candidate will have bankruptcy experience and be comfortable managing multiple matters, coordinating discovery, preparing legal documents, conducting research, and maintaining case files.Provide day-to-day support to attorneys handling commercial bankruptcy mattersAssist with Chapter 7, Chapter 11, and Chapter 12 proceedingsAssist with adversary proceedings and bankruptcy litigationPrepare and maintain case files and legal documentsAssist with pleadings, motions, briefs, notices, and other filingsCoordinate all phases of discoveryOrganize discovery documents, exhibits, and supporting materialsConduct legal and factual research as directedAssist with hearings, trials, depositions, mediations, and other proceedingsMonitor case deadlines, court dates, and filing requirementsAssist with electronic filing in Bankruptcy Court and federal courtCommunicate with clients, opposing counsel, courts, trustees, creditors, and other partiesAssist with creditor, debtor, trustee, and committee mattersPerform additional legal and administrative duties as assignedPrior paralegal experience in a law firm or legal environmentStrong organizational and time-management skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsExceptional attention to detailAbility to manage multiple deadlines and competing prioritiesProficiency with legal research and document managementAbility to work independently and take initiativeStrong commitment to confidentiality and professionalism3+ years of paralegal experiencePrior experience supporting bankruptcy attorneysExperience with commercial bankruptcy mattersFamiliarity with Chapter 7, Chapter 11, and/or Chapter 12 proceedingsExperience with bankruptcy or federal court filingsLitigation and discovery experienceFamiliarity with PACER and electronic court filing systemsThe ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently in a busy bankruptcy practice. The successful candidate will take ownership of their work, anticipate attorney needs, manage deadlines effectively, and work collaboratively with attorneys and legal professionals.Sophisticated commercial bankruptcy and litigation workDirect collaboration with experienced attorneysCollaborative and collegial work environmentMeaningful responsibility and professional growth opportunitiesCompetitive compensation based on experienceGenerous benefits packageRaleigh or Winston-Salem location options