What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bankruptcy Paralegal position at Dietrich & Kenyon, PLLC?
Dietrich & Kenyon, PLLC is seeking a Paralegal. This is a fulltime position in office with an immediate start date. We are seeking candidates with 1 years experience in a professional setting. Candidates must be dependable, personable, organized, and professional.
Dietrich & Kenyon is a twenty-person boutique firm with a focus on bankruptcy, debt and tax resolution practice. You can find out more about our firm at www.cleanslatemichigan.com.
PRIMARY JOB DUTIES:
- Draft and edit correspondence and other legal documents.
- Draft bankruptcy filings under the guidance of an attorney
- Communicate with clients, trustees and creditors
- Update client information and maintain client database.
- Anticipate client and attorneys’ needs, organize and set up meetings and appointments in a timely fashion, update files and provided daily calendar reminders of all scheduled meetings, court hearings, and appointments.
- Maintain client files, documents, and records.
- Prepare client tax returns, as needed
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel.
- Prior experience working with client management programs is preferred.
- Accounting experience helpful
- Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and interpersonal).
- Strong organizational, multitasking, and time management skills.
- Ability to adapt and work effectively with various levels of legal staff and third parties.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with the highest degree of integrity and confidentiality.
- Compensation will be adjusted based on experience.
PLEASE NO CALLS TO OUR OFFICE. NO RECRUITERS.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
Ability to Commute:
- East Lansing, MI 48823 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $24