Commercial Bankruptcy Paralegal - Project Recruit : Job Details

Project Recruit has partnered with a top boutique real estate Law Firm (20 attorneys) seeking to hire a commercial real estate lending attorney to assist in all components of sophisticated commercial real estate financings for entrepreneurial and institutional real estate clients, focusing on commercial lender representation.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Experience with Chapter 11 creditor-side bankruptcy matters required
• Prepare, file, and serve pleadings; calendar and track related deadlines in New York, New Jersey, and federal bankruptcy courts, including retention and fee applications.
• Prepare, file and track proofs of claim motions, notices, and related exhibits
• Facilitate hearing preparation and support by coordinating appearances and preparing materials. Assist team with hearing and trial preparation.
• Proficiency in using CM/ECF filing in the Bankruptcy Court and/or NYSCEF filing in NYS
• Manage case calendar, task lists and critical dates. Manage files to assist teams in representations of official creditors'
• Meet and confer with attorneys, clients, and other professionals as needed
• Review and monitor case dockets to classify and circulate relevant pleadings.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2-8 Years of Experience as a Bankruptcy Paralegal
• Possess excellent legal research and writing skills
• Strong analytical, organizational, and prioritization abilities, along with effective communication skills for client interactions
• Hands-on skills needed, self-starter with Microsoft 365​