Bankruptcy Paralegal - Taylor Root : Job Details

We are working with a top AmLaw firm, actively seeking a Bankruptcy Paralegal to join the team in their New York City office. This position will be responsible for providing support for their comprehensive Bankruptcy law practices.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare, file, and serve pleadings and calendar and track related deadlines in New Jersey and other federal bankruptcy cases nationwide.
• Manage case calendar, task lists and critical dates trackers and manage files to assist teams in complex chapter 11 representations of official creditors' committees and individual creditor representations.
• Prepare and file proofs of claim, track claims, and assist with the claims reconciliation process.
• Develop and maintain time records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases, review bills and prepare tracking files in connection with fee application preparation.
• Meet and confer with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss cases, projects, and ongoing client development initiatives.
• Review and monitor case dockets to identify, summarize, and circulate relevant pleadings.
• Manage hearing preparation and support, including arranging appearances and preparing hearing materials.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree and equivalent work experience (3+ years of experience as a Bankruptcy Paralegal) required. Paralegal certificate a plus.
• Performance Traits: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong customer service, strategic thinking, problem-solving abilities, high attention to detail, ability to handle multiple projects, work under pressure, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality and discretion.