Pre-Confirmation Case Administrator

Job Title: Pre-Confirmation Case Administrator

Job Summary: Responsible for the administration of assigned Chapter 13 cases from the initial filing of the case through the confirmation of a plan. Ensure that the cases adhere to the guidelines set by the Bankruptcy Code and the Local Rules for the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of South Carolina.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Analyze cases assigned to the Chapter 13 Trustee, including reviewing schedules, petitions, chapter 13 plans, and all documents filed in the cases to ensure that the requirements of the Bankruptcy Code, Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure, and the Local Rules for the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of South Carolina are met and to ensure feasibility.

2. Reviews and works up detailed notes for Trustee’s and Staff Attorney’s review prior to meetings of creditors.

3. Assists with conducting 341 meetings of creditors, including handling audio recordings of all proceedings, maintaining detailed notes regarding testimony given at the hearings, and sending out letters to debtors and attorneys after the 341 meetings detailing items still needed.

4. Analyzes and processes a variety of documents received, including documents needed for confirmation and orders entered by the Bankruptcy Court.

5. Reviews and works up detailed notes for confirmation hearings, including verifying status of debtor payments, ensuring all requested documents have been received, and making recommendations to Trustee and Staff Attorney for confirmation of cases.

6. Corresponds with attorneys regarding meetings of creditors and confirmation hearings and other issues arising in cases assigned to the Chapter 13 Trustee.

7. Maintains calendar for confirmation hearings, including ensuring all hearings are properly scheduled, assisting with coordinating continuances, and filing requests for form orders with the United States Bankruptcy Court’s electronic filing system. Ensures all deadlines set by the Court are met.

8. Other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications:

1. High school diploma required. Two-year paralegal degree or four-year degree strongly preferred.

2. Analytical ability and mathematical aptitude necessary to perform moderately complex financial analysis.

3. Computer skills, including typing skills, necessary to effectively utilize the Chapter 13 bankruptcy software, word processing software and the Bankruptcy Court's ECF system.

4. Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to work productively with all levels of staff within the office, court personnel, financial institutions, debtor attorneys and their staff as well as the debtors.

5. Bankruptcy experience strongly preferred. Familiarity with, or ability and willingness to become familiar with, select sections of the United States Bankruptcy Code, Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure, and the Local Rules for the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of South Carolina required.

Compensation and Benefits:

The Pre-Confirmation Case Administrator position is salaried. Compensation is dependent on qualifications and experience. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance and participation in a 401k plan. Short-term and long-term disability and life insurance are available. The position offers the opportunity for a hybrid remote work schedule and very flexible hours.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties that may be performed by a person so classified.

The Chapter 13 Office is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage diversity and are committed to creating a work environment of equity and inclusiveness for all employees. This office maintains a policy of nondiscrimination with all employees and applicants for employment.

The Pre-Confirmation Case Administrator position is an “at will” employee serving at the discretion and instruction of the trustee. Accordingly, his or her employment may be terminated “at will” by either the trustee or the employee.

Due to the nature of our work, all applicants are subject to credit and criminal background checks.

Pay: From $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Work from home

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,000