Paralegal - Bankruptcy

3-5 yrs required

Full-time

No

EEO is the Law Poster

Salary Information:
The salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Job Title: Bankruptcy Paralegal

Experience: 3-5 years of law firm experience in Chapter 11 bankruptcy work

Responsibilities:

- Attend to finalizing and filing pleadings in Chapter 11 cases in the Delaware Bankruptcy Court and bankruptcy courts in other districts.
- Ensure those documents comply with local bankruptcy rules and customs.
- Prepare and organize hearing binders, exhibits, and proposed orders.
- Draft fee applications, certifications of counsel, certificates of service, notices, pro hac vice motions, and hearing agendas.
- Communicate with the court regarding various matters.
- Assist legal teams in preparing for court hearings.
- Prepare drafts of other legal documents and correspondence for attorney review.
- Communicate with attorneys, clients, and other bankruptcy professionals on various bankruptcy matters.

Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate
- 3-5 years of law firm experience in Chapter 11 bankruptcy work
- Advanced proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and internet searching
- Experience working with a document management system
- Knowledge of Delaware/Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure and associated filing requirements
- Ability to work beyond standard work hours when necessary

Department: Litigation

Ballard Spahr, a national law firm with 15 offices across the United States, is seeking an experienced Bankruptcy Paralegal to join our team in Wilmington, Delaware. This is a full-time position with the option for hybrid remote work.

H1: Join Our Team as a Bankruptcy Paralegal in Wilmington, DE
H2: Experienced Paralegal Wanted for National Law Firm

Responsibilities:

- Prepare and file pleadings in Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases
- Ensure compliance with local bankruptcy rules and customs
- Organize hearing binders, exhibits, and proposed orders
- Draft legal documents and correspondence for attorney review
- Communicate with the court, attorneys, clients, and other professionals on bankruptcy matters
- Assist legal teams in preparing for court hearings

Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate
- 3-5 years of experience in Chapter 11 bankruptcy work at a law firm
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and document management systems
- Knowledge of Delaware/Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks

Ballard Spahr is committed to diversity and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, age, national origin, handicap or disability, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, and the opportunity to work with a talented team of legal professionals. Join us at Ballard Spahr and take your paralegal career to the next level. Apply today!

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Bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate

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