Paralegal - Bankruptcy

About the role

The Paralegal is responsible for providing support and assistance to attorneys in the management, coordination, and administration of all aspects of the practice area within established administrative procedures. This position will also guide junior paralegals in all aspects of the practice area.

Location: New York City, NY. A hybrid work schedule is available for this position.

Responsibilities

• Manage bankruptcy dockets, case calendars, filing deadlines, hearing dates, claims bar dates, and other critical deadlines.
• Draft, review, proofread, cite-check, and electronically file bankruptcy pleadings, motions, applications, notices, orders, schedules, and related documents.
• Support Chapter 11 cases, including first-day motions, DIP financing, cash collateral, plans of reorganization, disclosure statements, and confirmation proceedings.
• Assist with claims administration, claims analysis, objections, adversary proceedings, contested matters, and bankruptcy-related litigation.
• Support Section 363 asset sales, due diligence, restructuring transactions, and closing activities.
• Coordinate with attorneys, clients, local counsel, financial advisors, claims agents, and other professionals.
• Prepare hearing binders, exhibits, witness materials, and documentation for court proceedings, depositions, and meetings.
• Assist with fee applications, billing support, and case reporting.
• Maintain organized case files and ensure compliance with applicable bankruptcy rules, local court rules, and filing requirements.
• Mentor junior paralegals and provide guidance on case procedures and best practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 10+ years of paralegal experience.
• Minimum of five (5) years of bankruptcy paralegal experience, with substantial Chapter 11 experience.
• Paralegal Certificate preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree required (work experience in lieu of a degree will be considered).
• Strong knowledge of bankruptcy procedures, court filings, docket management, claims administration, and litigation support.
• Proficiency with PACER and CM/ECF.
• Excellent organizational, proofreading, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and manage competing priorities under tight deadlines.
• Experience representing both debtors and creditors in complex bankruptcy and restructuring matters.
• Experience with claims and noticing agents, fee applications, Section 363 sales, and plan solicitation.

Pay

New York, NY: $85,000 to $145,750 annually. This role may be eligible for additional contingent compensation based on factors including work performance, geographic location, work experience, education, and qualifications.

Benefits

Standard benefits package offered.

Schedule

Hybrid work schedule available.