Bankruptcy Paralegal

Miller Canfield is an international law firm with more than 200 attorneys in 18 offices and affiliated locations in North America, Europe and the Middle East. We are a full-service law firm, headquartered in Detroit, Michigan, earning client trust the same way it has since 1852 - with hard work, responsiveness and world-class legal service. U.S. News & World Report has named Miller Canfield one of the best law firms to work for in 2024. Our mission is to engage the best people to deliver the best possible results for our clients.

Are you a detail oriented professional enthusiastic about working alongside a knowledgeable and collaborative team with a passion for bankruptcy law? Miller Canfield is seeking an experienced Bankruptcy Paralegal in our Detroit, MI office. This is a high-impact position responsible for keeping our bankruptcy practice on track by ensuring filings are correct and on time, helping us meet deadlines and drafting basic pleadings with care. Creative thinking and interpretation are often required, as we help clients deal with novel issues in courts nationwide, each with its own unique practice requirements.

• E-filing using CM/ECF in the Bankruptcy Court and District Court
• Drafting and coordinating service and publication of various notices
• Communicating with counsel and potential creditors
• Reviewing and interpreting local court rules and procedures
• Docket review and filing of pleadings
• Drafting documents for attorney review including pro hac vice motions, stipulations and fee applications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5+ years relevant work experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• High attention to detail
• Excellent written and oral communication and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple competing deadlines and priorities

At Miller Canfield, we offer you the opportunity to simultaneously live your life and advance your career—really advance your career—in ways that matter most to you. We offer competitive pay and benefits, paid time off, excellent family leave (for moms and dads alike), flexible assignments, career advancement, annual performance reviews, and community involvement opportunities. Our benefit package includes health, dental, and life insurance options, including health savings accounts, long- and short-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, and a 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution.

For consideration, please submit cover letter with salary requirements and resume via the Apply link.