Bankruptcy Paralegal

Job Description

Raines Feldman Littrell LLP is seeking an experienced Bankruptcy Paralegal to support its Bankruptcy and Restructuring practice. We are looking for a team member who takes ownership of their work, anticipates deadlines, and can manage their bankruptcy workload with minimal supervision. The ideal candidate is a team player who communicates effectively, stays organized under pressure, and understands the importance of accuracy and responsiveness in a busy legal practice.

This position requires someone who is detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable working directly with attorneys and court personnel. The successful candidate will have significant experience with Chapter 11 bankruptcy filings, case management, and federal court procedures.

Key Responsibilities

·        Assist attorneys with all aspects of complex Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases, including debtor and creditor committee representations.

·        Prepare, review, and file bankruptcy petitions, schedules, statements of financial affairs, proofs of claim, notices, retention and fee applications, and other supporting documentation.

·        Draft and assist with pleadings, declarations, exhibits, proposed orders, and other documents for attorney review.

·        Manage electronic filings through CM/ECF and ensure compliance with the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure and applicable local court rules.

·        Maintain and monitor court deadlines, hearings, and case calendars in coordination with the Firm's docketing team.

·        Assist with preparation of standard first-day filings.

·        Review and summarize pleadings, claims registers, court orders, and other case-related materials.

·        Organize and maintain electronic case files, exhibits, correspondence, and supporting documentation.

·        Assist with discovery, document production, and preparation for depositions, hearings, and trials in bankruptcy-related litigation and avoidance actions.

·        Communicate with court personnel and other parties regarding procedural and administrative matters.

·        Coordinate hearings, filings, service of documents, and other case-related logistics.

·        Track case developments and proactively identify upcoming deadlines and outstanding tasks.

·        Assist attorneys with research relating to bankruptcy procedures, court rules, and filing requirements.

·        Provide guidance and support to junior paralegals and legal assistants as needed.

Qualifications

·        Minimum of 5 years of bankruptcy paralegal experience in a law firm, with substantial experience handling Chapter 11 matters.

·        Experience supporting complex commercial bankruptcy, restructuring, and insolvency matters.

·        Strong knowledge of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code, Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure, and local bankruptcy court procedures.

·        Proficiency with CM/ECF and PACER; experience filing in multiple bankruptcy jurisdictions preferred.

·        Experience preparing and coordinating Chapter 11 filings, fee applications, and other bankruptcy-related documents.

·        Strong proficiency in Best Case, Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.

·        Experience with document management, docketing, and legal practice management systems.

·        Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

·        Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to prioritize competing deadlines.

·        Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and anticipate attorney needs.

·        Comfortable working under tight deadlines and handling time-sensitive filings.

·        Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive client matters.

Preferred Qualifications

·        Paralegal certificate or bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent relevant experience will be considered.

·        Experience with large, complex Chapter 11 cases involving multiple parties and substantial document production.

·        Experience with claims administration, noticing procedures, and coordination with claims and noticing agents.

·        Experience supporting adversary proceedings and contested matters.

·        Prior experience working with multiple attorneys and managing a high-volume caseload.

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, or working conditions. Management reserves the right to modify or assign additional responsibilities as business needs require.

Raines Feldman Littrell LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.