Restructuring Paralegal

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Job Description:

Responsibilities:

* Case Management and Administration

o Manage and maintain case files, monitor dockets, and track critical case deadlines across multiple simultaneous matters

o Assist with first day filing preparation and coordinate all phases of case administration

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Prepare monthly fee statements and interim and final fee applications

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Review time entries for compliance with U.S. Trustee guidelines

o Manage and format documents in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe PDF consistent with firm standards

* Legal Research and Citation

o Conduct legal research using Lexis, Westlaw, and other legal databases, including precedent searches, fact research, and locating relevant cases and statutes

o Perform cite-checking, fact-checking, and Shepardizing in accordance with the Bluebook

* Document Drafting and Filing

o Draft standard bankruptcy documents, including hearing agendas, proofs of service, proofs of claim, notices, motions, petitions, and other pleadings for court filing

o Prepare and file documents through CM/ECF systems and submit proofs of claim through claims agent websites

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Coordinate service of documents in compliance with applicable rules

* Trial and Hearing Support

o Assist with all phases of bankruptcy trial and hearing preparation, ensuring that materials are accurate, complete, and filed in a timely manner

Job Requirements:

Qualifications:

* Three to five years' experience in a law firm

* Familiarity with bankruptcy laws and practices and of local rules for various jurisdictions

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills

* Strong technical, administrative, and multi-tasking skills

* Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure

* Ability to work independently and collaboratively with attorneys and clients

* Notary certification a plus but not required

* Flexibility to work overtime required