Paralegal

We are seeking a detail-oriented, proactive Bankruptcy Paralegal to join our legal team.  This full-time position will support multiple attorneys in bankruptcy and state court litigation matters, including Chapter 7 and Chapter 11 proceedings and related matters.

While prior bankruptcy experience is not required, we value candidates who are intuitive, eager to learn, and committed to producing high-quality work.  Key attributes for success in this role include strong attention to detail, a willingness to take initiative, and a dependable, hardworking approach.  The ideal candidate will have 1 years of prior paralegal experience, exceptional organizational and communication skills, be a self-starter, and be team focused.  This position offers the potential to earn an annual bonus.

Responsibilities:

•  Assist with court filings including electronic filings in State Court and Federal Court
• Manage case dockets, calendars, and deadlines for multiple bankruptcy proceedings
• Coordinate and assist with preparation for §341 meetings, hearings, and court filings
• Prepare and file petitions, schedules, statements, motions, and other documents with bankruptcy courts
• Assist attorneys with drafting/preparing pleadings and discovery documents
• Assist with preparation of exhibits, creditor matrices, proof of claims, and service lists
• Monitor dockets and electronic court notices (e.g., via PACER, ECF)
•  Draft correspondence and assist with client communications
•  Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files throughout the lifecycle of a matter
• Hearing preparation, including electronic presentations, and management of hearing exhibits
• Track and record time using legal billing software in accordance with client and firm requirements

​Qualifications:

• 1 years of experience as a paralegal (bankruptcy experience a plus)
• The successful candidate will possess strong technological proficiency, including advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel), and demonstrated experience with legal time and billing systems.
• Experience with Best Case, ECF, and PACER is a plus
•  Ability to operate autonomously
• Ability to prioritize and multitask
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Deadline and detail-oriented

Charlotte, NC  (in-person required).  While this position will begin on-site, there is potential for a hybrid remote schedule after an initial onboarding and training period, based on performance and business needs.

The firm offers a full range of benefits including employee health/dental insurance ($50/month for employee-only coverage), paid parking, 15 days paid time off, an automatic 3% 401 (k) retirement contribution after one year of employment, vision, FSA, HSA, STD, LTD, and Life Insurance coverage.

We do not accept unsolicited submissions from recruiters or agencies.