Bankruptcy Associate Attorney

2-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Atlanta is seeking a Bankruptcy Associate Attorney to join their team. The candidate will be responsible for preparing and reviewing motions, responding to court notifications, and representing creditors in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy matters. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of bankruptcy experience and strong leadership and communication skills.

Duties:

• Prepare and review motions for relief from stay for Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcies, as well as objections to Chapter 13 plans.
• Experience with Chapter 11 and adversary matters is a plus.
• Respond to motions to value, oppositions to objections to claim, and review and interpret all relevant legal documents.
• Respond to court notifications and inquiries from clients, debtors, and debtors' attorneys.
• Draft pleadings, make court appearances, and conduct case law research.
• Handle creditor representation with minimal or no supervision.
• Demonstrate excellent leadership skills.
• Maintain effective communication and organization throughout all aspects of casework.
• Balance and prioritize a high-volume workload efficiently.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice and in good standing in Georgia and all federal bankruptcy courts.
• Admission to practice in other states is a plus.
• 3+ years of bankruptcy experience representing creditors in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 matters.

Skills:

• Strong work ethic and ability to work independently.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Proficiency in drafting legal documents and making court appearances.
• Strong organizational abilities and ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Experience with case law research and interpretation.

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