Bankruptcy Paralegal

Zwicker & Associates is seeking a Bankruptcy Paralegal join the bankruptcy department. This department is responsible for the monitoring and maintenance of accounts throughout the Chapter 7, 11, 12 and 13 bankruptcy processes while adhering to federal, state and district guidelines to minimize risk and loss to the creditors.

We are seeking a candidate with an eagerness to learn, as well as exemplary organizational and written and verbal communication skills to join our team. We seek out candidates whose diverse skills, backgrounds, and experiences enable the Zwicker team to collaboratively innovate and excel in performance. We encourage and provide lifelong learning and training opportunities for our team members, with the goal of building a strong foundation and successful future with us. We strive to promote from within, offering excellent career advancement opportunities for high achievers.

Responsibilities include:

• Perform bankruptcy searches through Pacer of the Unit’s assigned inventory to review for dismissals, conversions, and or objection(s) to proofs of claim filed
• Draft a variety of court filings including Proof of Claims and requests for notices accurately • Enter bankruptcy dismissals and discharges in RMS to close accounts
• Assist with daily reports as needed
• Scan and redact account statements
• Ability to read, understand, and analyze bankruptcy information to determine appropriate action
• Review, sort and process bankruptcy correspondence sent to the firm electronically or through traditional mail
• Handle inbound/outbound calls as it relates to bankruptcy, ensuring compliance with the Bankruptcy Code
• Assist the Bankruptcy Paralegal staff and Attorneys with any other tasks as required
• Draft Payoff Letters for attorney review

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous administrative experience in a law firm or other financial or banking institution
• Bankruptcy experience
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Certificate or degree in Paralegal Studies
• Familiarity with standard concepts, practices and procedures within the bankruptcy and loan servicing fields
• Strong organizational skills with an ability to multi-task
• Attention to detail and accuracy, and ability to maintain confidential information.
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft products) with a high comfort level with various software
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of debt collection laws and regulations

Physical Qualifications:

• Be able to lift five pounds or greater
• Be able to sit 90% of the work day at times
• Be able to bend at the waist and be mobile when needed
• Be able to read and comprehend position specific documents and correspondence
• Be able to communicate in a common language with (or to) individuals or groups verbally and/or in writing
• Be able to operate a computer, phone, or equivalent device
• Be able to complete a minimum of a 40-hour flexible workweek schedule


Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Zwicker & Associates, P.C. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. If you wish to seek an accommodation regarding the requirements of this position, please inform Human Resources Management. This is a full time, full benefit position. Benefit package includes medical, vision, and dental insurance, long term disability insurance, life insurance, compensated time off, paid holidays and 401K with match. No phone calls, No agencies, EOE, drug free workplace.

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