Bankruptcy Legal Assistant

Bankruptcy Legal Assistant with prestigious firm on Long IslandThis Jobot Job is hosted by: Dana PauloAre you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button and sending us your resume.Salary: $70,000 - $95,000 per yearA bit about us:Seeking a Bankruptcy Legal Assistant to support a highly regarded Bankruptcy, Workout & Restructuring practice.This is an opportunity to join a full-service commercial law firm that delivers NYC-level sophistication while maintaining a more collaborative, down-to-earth environment on Long Island. The firm’s bankruptcy team handles complex matters involving debtor/creditor rights, restructuring, and Chapter 11 proceedings across a wide range of industries.Why join us?Benefits:401(k) + matchDental insuranceHealth insuranceVision insuranceLife insurance/disabilityPaid time offReferral programLocation: Uniondale, NYSchedule: 5 days onsiteHours: 8–4, 8:30–4:30, or 9–5Job DetailsJob Details:We are currently seeking a dynamic, experienced and detail-oriented Bankruptcy Legal Assistant to join our esteemed legal team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in supporting our bankruptcy attorneys and managing complex bankruptcy cases. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on high-profile cases, providing invaluable support to our clients and legal team. The position requires a minimum of 3 years of experience in the legal industry, specifically in bankruptcy law.Responsibilities:

• Assist attorneys with the preparation and filing of Chapter 7, 11, and 13 bankruptcy documents.
• Manage all aspects of commercial foreclosure cases including the review of loan documents, research of factual issues, preparation and filing of pleadings.
• Conduct loan workouts, and represent creditors' rights in insolvency situations.
• Maintain case management system and ensure proper case tracking and compliance with timelines.
• Draft, review, and revise legal documents and correspondence such as motions, notices, proofs of claim, and orders.
• Coordinate with clients, trustees, and court personnel.
• Provide administrative support to attorneys including scheduling, billing, and expense reporting.
• Organize and maintain debtor files and manage large volumes of documents.
• Stay updated with changes in bankruptcy law and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a paralegal, legal assistant, or secretary in the field of bankruptcy law is required.
• Proficient in creditors' rights, insolvency, lender, loan workouts, Chapter 7, commercial foreclosure, and creditor rights.
• Strong understanding of debtor and creditor law.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in using legal software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong research and report-generating skills.
• Ability to handle and maintain confidential information.
• Paralegal certification or degree in legal studies is preferred.
• Familiarity with PACER, ECF filing, and other bankruptcy court procedures is a plus.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned legal assistant to further their career in a challenging, yet rewarding environment. If you are a proactive, driven professional with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently, we would love to hear from you.Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button._{Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy}