Senior Preference Recovery Specialist

About the role

The Senior Preference Recovery Specialist plays a central role in the administration of client work, focusing on data analysis and resolution of matters related to preferential transfer causes of actions under Sections 547 of the US Bankruptcy Code. This role involves managing a case load, interacting with clients, and supporting partner counsel in settlement negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Demand Letter / Complaint prep: Work with clients to obtain materials needed to prepare defense analysis, demand letters and complaints. Manage research on corporate names / addresses, registered agents. Manage prep of Demand Letters and Complaints (e.g., review of drafts and data merge). Manage production and mailing/filing of Demand Letters and Summonses / Complaints.
• Assigned Cases: Support partner counsel in settlement negotiations. Evaluate data-based preference defenses asserted. Conduct and/or facilitate secondary analysis. Coordinate with partner counsel to respond to defenses. Facilitate settlement negotiations. Track receipt of settlement funds. Report to direct supervisor on developments in assigned cases.
• Overall Portfolio: Support partner counsel in managing case communications. Facilitate completion of secondary defense analysis. Manage prep and execution of settlement documents and, when applicable, coordinate with counsel on motions seeking approval of settlement agreements. Work with junior staff to maintain all trackers. Set weekly or bi-weekly meetings to discuss issues with junior staff. Ensure updated trackers are circulated at least bi-weekly.
• Case Tracker maintenance: Address all tasks assigned by their direct supervisor promptly. Communicate status on task completion daily or at intervals set by their direct supervisor. Assist as needed in other areas of the Legal Claims Administration group.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree. JD, MBA or CPA a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a bankruptcy paralegal, bankruptcy attorney, consultant, with experience in bankruptcy matters.
• Strong knowledge of bankruptcy law.
• Strong Data Management and analytical skills. Proficient in Excel.
• Experience in managing, prosecuting, or defending preference actions.
• Familiarity with statutory defenses to a preference action.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong Data Management and analytical skills. Proficient in Excel.
• Experience in managing, prosecuting, or defending preference actions.
• Familiarity with statutory defenses to a preference action.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

• Data Management and Analysis
• Excel Proficiency
• Bankruptcy Law Knowledge
• Communication Skills
• Project Management

Benefits

Stretto offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including opportunities for growth and a supportive workplace culture.

Pay

Salary ranges are determined by role, level, location, and market data. Individual pay is determined through interviews and assessments of various factors, including job-related skills, relevant education and experience, abilities of the applicant, and equity with other team members.

Schedule

Details on the schedule are not specified in the job posting.