Bankruptcy Paralegal
1 week ago
Location (city, state): New York, NY (Hybrid)
Industry: Legal
Pay: $130,000 - $150,000/year DOE
Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with firm match.
About Our Client:
Our client is a nationally recognized law firm with a robust bankruptcy and restructuring practice focused on representing creditor interests. Known for its collaborative culture and high-caliber legal work, the firm is seeking an experienced Bankruptcy Paralegal to support complex matters involving Chapter 11 proceedings, official creditor committees, and a broad range of institutional clients.
Job Description:
The Bankruptcy Paralegal will provide end-to-end case management and litigation support to attorneys handling high-profile creditor-side bankruptcy cases. This includes preparing filings, managing dockets and calendars, coordinating with court personnel, claims agents, and clients, and supporting attorneys with hearings and committee communications.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare, file, and serve pleadings in federal bankruptcy courts (NJ, NY, DE), ensuring compliance with court rules
- Draft and file retention applications, fee applications, and other committee-related court documents
- Handle all aspects of proofs of claim and claims reconciliation
- Maintain complex case calendars and deadline tracking tools for multiple active matters
- Monitor bankruptcy dockets and summarize pleadings for internal teams and clients
- Liaise with court staff, claims agents, and creditor committees to ensure seamless case progression
- Assist with hearing and trial preparation, including exhibit binders, logistics, and attorney coordination
- Track and record billable time, prepare invoices, and manage billing documentation
- Respond to creditor inquiries and perform administrative follow-up as needed
- 6-8+ years of experience as a bankruptcy paralegal, with a strong focus on creditor-side work and committee representation required
- Bachelor's degree required; Paralegal Certificate preferred
- Strong working knowledge of Chapter 11 procedures, court systems (PACER/ECF), and claims processes
- Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills
- Ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with legal billing software a plus
- Hybrid schedule with in-office presence required several days per week
- Reports to supervising attorneys within the Bankruptcy & Restructuring group
- Role requires occasional overtime depending on court and case deadlines
- Competitive salary and annual bonus eligibility
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with firm match
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.
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