Senior Paralegal, Bankruptcy

This is a rare opportunity to build your career at a globally recognized Am Law firm known for handling high-profile, complex bankruptcies and restructurings. Our client is seeking a Senior Bankruptcy Paralegal to support complex Chapter 11 cases from pre-filing through plan confirmation and post-effective date administration. You'll work closely with attorneys on all phases of the case, including first-day pleadings, court filings, docket management, hearing preparation, claims administration, and coordination with clients, courts, and claims agents. The ideal candidate brings significant Chapter 11 experience, excels in a fast-paced environment, and is comfortable managing multiple high-profile matters. Experience with RelativityOne, Opus 2, iManage, or DAPS is highly preferred. This is a hybrid opportunity based in New York City.

Responsibilities

• Support Chapter 11 matters throughout the full case lifecycle, including pre-filing, confirmation, and post-effective date activities
• Coordinate case calendars, deadlines, and key deliverables across multiple matters
• Assist with filing preparation, corporate authority review, diligence, creditor information, and case-opening materials
• Draft, proofread, organize, and finalize first-day pleadings, declarations, exhibits, proposed orders, and hearing materials
• Coordinate electronic court filings and service while ensuring compliance with court rules and filing deadlines
• Prepare hearing binders, exhibits, witness materials, courtesy copies, and other courtroom documentation
• Monitor court dockets, track case activity, summarize filings and orders, and maintain case trackers
• Assist with schedules, statements, creditor matrices, claims reconciliation, solicitation, balloting, and other case administration functions
• Conduct factual and procedural research related to bankruptcy rules, court procedures, and case-specific issues
• Organize and maintain large volumes of case documents, exhibits, service lists, and claims-related materials
• Provide guidance on Chapter 11 procedures and coordinate work with junior support staff
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• Paralegal certificate preferred
• Several years of bankruptcy paralegal experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent proofreading and document review abilities
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Experience using Westlaw, Lexis, and other legal research platforms
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational, analytical, and critical thinking skills
• Knowledge of legal billing, court procedures, and bankruptcy practice
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Flexibility to work extended hours and travel when needed
• Experience with Excel, iManage, DAPS, LiveNote, Relativity, or Opus 2 is preferred

Expected salary for this non-exempt role is $140,000 - $190, commensurate with experience, training, skills, qualifications, and other market factors.

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Job ID: 7572