Bankruptcy Paralegal
RecruitPod Global, Fort Lauderdale, FL, United States
This is an excellent career opportunity to be part of a firm that provides the highest quality and superior representation.
The Bankruptcy Paralegal is responsible for supporting our bankruptcy attorney in all related matters for the firm. They will utilize legal knowledge and experience as necessary to prepare correspondence and file bankruptcy petitions in the Southern, Nothern, and Middle Districts of Florida Bankruptcy Court on behalf of our debtor clients.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Monitor Bankruptcy timelines
Answer client calls & follow-up with clients to collect and scan documents for petition preparation
Communicate with Trustee
Follow up with client regarding MMM responsibilities
Prepare reports and provide updates to supervising attorney
Complete Schedules
Complete amendments to schedules/forms
Draft plans & Draft amendments to plans
Draft MMM motions
Draft orders
Assist with the submission of file on DMM.
Draft and file Motions, Notices, etc.
Prepare documentation and 341 Sheet for electronic access
Participate in mediator selection
Address Trustee deficiencies prior, during, and after Confirmation period
Research liens, creditors, properties, hidden assets, etc. belonging to client’s
Confirm TBE and other joint ownership issues related to exemptions
Process Mail
Oversee Certificates of Service that are emergency matters
Bankruptcy Accounting
Handle all bankruptcy accounting (filing fees, credit report fees, DMM fees)
Assist accounting and office administrator with financial recording
Mail out Mediator payments when applicable
Organize and handle any and all Trustee funds
Request checks from Trust as necessary
SCHEDULE & CALENDAR ALL BANKRUPTCY EVENTS
Complete, organize, and review calendars
Calendar any necessary responses, deadlines, hearings
EXPERIENCE & JOB REQUIREMENTS
Previous experience in Florida Bankruptcy
Ability to manage and prioritize large caseload.
GENERAL COMPETENCY FACTORS
Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills. Effectively communicates with all clients (via client systems, e-mail and phone).
Provides exceptional customer service to internal and external customers.
Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.
Conscientious with respect to work completion, deadlines, time management and attendance.
Takes initiative in face of obstacles and identifies what needs to be done and takes action.
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The Bankruptcy Paralegal is responsible for supporting our bankruptcy attorney in all related matters for the firm. They will utilize legal knowledge and experience as necessary to prepare correspondence and file bankruptcy petitions in the Southern, Nothern, and Middle Districts of Florida Bankruptcy Court on behalf of our debtor clients.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Monitor Bankruptcy timelines
Answer client calls & follow-up with clients to collect and scan documents for petition preparation
Communicate with Trustee
Follow up with client regarding MMM responsibilities
Prepare reports and provide updates to supervising attorney
Complete Schedules
Complete amendments to schedules/forms
Draft plans & Draft amendments to plans
Draft MMM motions
Draft orders
Assist with the submission of file on DMM.
Draft and file Motions, Notices, etc.
Prepare documentation and 341 Sheet for electronic access
Participate in mediator selection
Address Trustee deficiencies prior, during, and after Confirmation period
Research liens, creditors, properties, hidden assets, etc. belonging to client’s
Confirm TBE and other joint ownership issues related to exemptions
Process Mail
Oversee Certificates of Service that are emergency matters
Bankruptcy Accounting
Handle all bankruptcy accounting (filing fees, credit report fees, DMM fees)
Assist accounting and office administrator with financial recording
Mail out Mediator payments when applicable
Organize and handle any and all Trustee funds
Request checks from Trust as necessary
SCHEDULE & CALENDAR ALL BANKRUPTCY EVENTS
Complete, organize, and review calendars
Calendar any necessary responses, deadlines, hearings
EXPERIENCE & JOB REQUIREMENTS
Previous experience in Florida Bankruptcy
Ability to manage and prioritize large caseload.
GENERAL COMPETENCY FACTORS
Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills. Effectively communicates with all clients (via client systems, e-mail and phone).
Provides exceptional customer service to internal and external customers.
Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.
Conscientious with respect to work completion, deadlines, time management and attendance.
Takes initiative in face of obstacles and identifies what needs to be done and takes action.
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