bankruptcy legal assistant

Keaveney Legal Group, LLC

Overview We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Bankruptcy Paralegal to join our dynamic legal team. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive support for bankruptcy proceedings, ensuring smooth case management and efficient legal processes. Your expertise will help facilitate client filings, document preparation, and legal research, contributing to the overall success of our bankruptcy practice. This position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills within a collaborative and fast-paced law office environment dedicated to delivering exceptional client service.Responsibilities<ul><li>Assist attorneys with all aspects of bankruptcy cases, including chapter 7 and 13 filings</li><li>Prepare and review legal documents such as petitions, schedules, proofs of claim, and creditor notices</li><li>Conduct thorough legal research using Best Case, LexisNexis, and other research tools on bankruptcy law and related areas</li><li>Manage case files using document management systems, ensuring accuracy and compliance</li><li>Interview clients to gather necessary information for case preparation and maintain clear communication throughout the process</li><li>Review and organize legal documents for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to court requirements</li><li>Support administrative tasks including data entry, filing, proofreading, transcription, and maintaining organized records of all case materials</li><li>Coordinate with courts, creditors, trustees, and other stakeholders to facilitate timely filings and responses</li><li>Conduct legal research relevant to bankruptcy cases</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Paralegal experience in New Jersey and Pennsylvania with exposure to litigation or bankruptcy law preferred</li><li>Strong knowledge of legal administrative processes including document review, case management, and filing procedures</li><li>Proficiency with legal research tools</li><li>Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases efficiently in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Exceptional writing skills for drafting legal documents and correspondence with attention to detail</li><li>Effective interviewing skills to gather client information accurately and professionally</li><li>Strong clerical skills including data entry, filing, proofreading, phone etiquette and general administrative support</li><li>Ability to prioritize tasks effectively while maintaining high standards of accuracy and confidentiality</li></ul>Join us in providing outstanding legal support in bankruptcy proceedings! This position is ideal for motivated paralegals eager to expand their expertise across diverse areas of law while contributing meaningfully to our firm's success. We value proactive team members who are committed to excellence in all aspects of legal administrative work.Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Work from home</li></ul>Application Question(s):<ul><li>How many years of experience do you have working with New Jersey and Pennsylvania Bankruptcy cases?</li><li>How many years of paralegal experience do you have?</li></ul>Work Location: Remote

Bankruptcy Paralegal

Exeter Finance

&lt;p style=&quot;text-align:left&quot;&gt;At Exeter Finance, we are committed to helping customers find the right financing for their next vehicle purchase. By building strong relationships with our customers and network of dealer partners we are able to give options that make sense, getting customers behind the wheel of their car.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style=&quot;text-align:inherit&quot;&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style=&quot;text-align:left&quot;&gt;Every team member is integral to our success. Whether you&rsquo;re at a servicing center helping customers with their loans, in the field building relationships with dealers, or supporting the company from its corporate offices, you'll enjoy a nurturing, invigorating and positive work environment.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style=&quot;text-align:inherit&quot;&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style=&quot;text-align:left&quot;&gt;Our vision is to be a premier finance company and lender of choice known for its People, Performance and Service.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style=&quot;text-align:inherit&quot;&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style=&quot;text-align:inherit&quot;&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style=&quot;text-align:left&quot;&gt;&lt;b&gt;Job Description&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style=&quot;text-align:inherit&quot;&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h2&gt;&lt;u&gt;Job Summary:&lt;/u&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;The Bankruptcy Specialist 1 will be responsible for reviewing and monitoring potential bankruptcy customers that have been identified through calls placed/received, Electronic Bankruptcy Notifications, and/or Filing notifications received through the Bankruptcy Servicer. The Bankruptcy Specialist 1 is responsible to facilitating Bankruptcy protection and coding, cancelation of repossession assignments and sales as well as Bankruptcy case servicing.&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;The Bankruptcy Specialist I is responsible to handle customer, attorney, trustee and bankruptcy servicer calls in accordance with Quality Assurance requirements, as well as State and Federal regulations.&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;Review and facilitation of customer correspondence where applicable will be handled.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h2&gt;&lt;u&gt;Job Duties:&lt;/u&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt;Handle and process assigned volume within Bankruptcy functions for appropriate handling within established SLA and quality requirements&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt;Complete review of and code accounts appropriately based on potential and actual bankruptcy notifications received through Electronic Bankruptcy Notifications, correspondence and calls&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt;Service Potential and Protected Bankruptcy calls within established call handling, quality assurance and correspondence requirements&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt;Complete end to end Bankruptcy functions with accuracy and timeliness and in compliance with Bankruptcy regulations, policy and procedure&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt;Assist other departments, bankruptcy trustees, bankruptcy attorneys as well as the Bankruptcy Servicer as needed&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt;Other duties as assigned&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h2&gt;&lt;u&gt;Education and Work Experience:&lt;/u&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt;High school diploma or equivalent. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt;One (1) year of experience in servicing center environment&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt;Experience in Bankruptcy regulations and processes preferred &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt;Knowledge of Bankruptcy process, regulations, requirements and structure preferred &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt;General knowledge of collections policies and procedures and the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA). &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt;Established verbal and written communication skills. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt;Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Word. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt;Ability to maintain confidentiality &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt;Adaptable to changes within a face paced environment&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;#LI-Remote&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style=&quot;text-align:inherit&quot;&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style=&quot;text-align:inherit&quot;&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style=&quot;text-align:left&quot;&gt;Exeter Finance LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style=&quot;text-align:left&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate including&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style=&quot;text-align:left&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;skill set, experience, qualifications and other job-related reasons.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;19.80 USD-$24.40

Bankruptcy Specialist I

BrownWhitt Law

Legal Operations &amp; Intake AssistantPart-Time / Contract-to-Potential Full-Time Remote | Preference for Seattle/Washington or Pennsylvania, but open to U.S.-based candidatesAbout BrownWhitt LawBrownWhitt Law is a U.S.-based law firm providing structured, process-driven legal services across business, bankruptcy, contract, creative, and related advisory matters.The firm operates with highly standardized internal systems, templates, and operating procedures designed to ensure clarity, consistency, responsiveness, and ethical compliance. We are a small, growing practice, so this role is important: the right person will help keep intake moving, client communication organized, and firm operations steady.We are seeking a part-time contract Legal Operations &amp; Intake Assistant to support intake, scheduling, client communication, file organization, internal drafting, and administrative workflows. If the relationship is a strong fit on both sides, this role may grow into a full-time salaried position.This is an administrative and operational role. It does not involve providing legal advice, making legal determinations, or independently evaluating case strategy.Job OverviewThe Legal Operations &amp; Intake Assistant will serve as a key front-line support role for the firm. This person will help respond to prospective clients, manage intake workflows, organize digital files, schedule consultations, prepare internal case materials using templates, and keep task systems updated.The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, emotionally intelligent, technologically confident, and comfortable working within structured procedures. This role requires strong written communication, sound judgment, reliability, and the ability to stay calm and professional when dealing with prospective clients who may be stressed, confused, or dealing with time-sensitive legal issues.Core Responsibilities<ul><li>Assist the attorney with administrative case preparation, including drafting routine correspondence, preparing template-based legal documents, organizing materials, and proofreading work product for clarity and consistency.</li><li>Help with basic attorney-supervised legal research using platforms such as Decisis and vLex, as needed, to support matters involving bankruptcy, family law, business and transactional law, contracts, and related practice areas.</li><li>Manage digital case files using case management, document management, and payment systems such as CaseFox, Jubilee, MyCase, LawPay, and Google Drive, ensuring that records are organized, current, and easily accessible.</li><li>Support project management and calendar operations by scheduling consultations, follow-ups, and client meetings; sending calendar invitations using standardized formatting; tracking deadlines, court dates, and filing requirements; and ensuring reminders and follow-ups are timely.</li><li>Assist with attorney-supervised document review by checking legal documents for accuracy, consistency, formatting, completeness, and internal alignment with firm instructions.</li><li>Perform data entry related to case information, intake records, client records, and task-management systems while maintaining confidentiality at all times.</li><li>Provide administrative support, including proofreading documents, transcribing dictation or call notes when needed, managing phone inquiries with professional etiquette, and maintaining organized filing systems.</li><li>Serve as a front-line intake contact for prospective clients, including answering or returning inbound calls during designated weekday hours, conducting structured intake interviews using firm-provided scripts, gathering accurate factual information, maintaining a professional and empathetic tone during sensitive conversations, identifying matters requiring attorney escalation, sending standardized intake and follow-up emails using firm templates, and updating intake tracking systems promptly and accurately.</li></ul>Experience<ul><li>Paralegal experience or prior legal administrative experience in a law office setting is preferred, but not required.</li><li>Familiarity with legal work in one or more practice areas, including bankruptcy, family law, business law, transactional law, contracts, or related matters, is helpful.</li><li>Familiarity with legal research tools such as Decisis, vLex, Fastcase, Westlaw, Lexis, or similar platforms is preferred but not required.</li><li>Experience with legal case management or administrative systems such as CaseFox, MyCase, Clio, LawPay, Jubilee, Google Drive, or similar platforms is helpful.</li><li>Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail using systems such as Monday.com or similar task-management platforms.</li><li>Excellent writing, proofreading, and communication skills, especially for clear client-facing correspondence and internal administrative records.</li><li>Experience reviewing documents for formatting, consistency, completeness, and accuracy.</li><li>Competency with Google Workspace, Adobe Acrobat Pro, Microsoft Office Suite, and cloud-based document management systems.</li><li>Professional phone presence, sound judgment, discretion with confidential information, and the ability to remain calm and respectful during sensitive client or prospective-client conversations.</li></ul>BrownWhitt Law is a growing law practice. The role will begin as part-time/contract, with the possibility of moving into a full-time salaried position if the work is a good fit on both sides.Notwithstanding any of the preferred qualifications above, you should know that almost anything can be taught. Prior legal experience is helpful and will be strongly considered, but the strongest candidate will be someone who is reliable, thoughtful, honest, easy to work with, and able to use common sense. The work involves client communication, structured legal operations, and helping things run smoothly without becoming robotic about it. This role requires someone who can think critically, ask clear questions, take feedback well, and have enough confidence to move things forward while still knowing when to pause and ask for help if they need it. If you think that this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply.Job Types: Part-time, ContractPay: $18.00 - $30.00 per hourWork Location: Remote

Legal Assistant

Armenante & Associates LLC

Overview We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our dynamic legal team on a part-time or full-time basis. This role offers an exciting opportunity to support a wide range of legal functions, ensuring smooth operations within a busy law office environment. The ideal candidate will be proactive, organized, and possess a strong foundation in legal administrative tasks, with the ability to adapt to various practice areas. Join us and contribute to delivering exceptional legal support that makes a real difference for our clients and attorneys alike!Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide comprehensive administrative support to one attorney across diverse practice areas including, Securities law, Tax law Bankruptcy Real estate and more.</li><li>Manage legal case files using document management systems such as Manage and , ensuring accurate filing, data entry, and document review.</li><li>Draft, proofread, and edit legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, memos, and correspondence with precision and clarity.</li><li>Assist with client interviews and communication by maintaining professional phone etiquette and scheduling appointments efficiently.</li><li>Organize and maintain legal records, manage deadlines, and ensure timely filing of documents in accordance with court procedures.Requirements</li><li>Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently.</li><li>Writing skills for drafting legal documents and correspondence; keen proofreading and transcription abilities.</li><li>Additional job requirements: personal needs of attorney, including the hiring of a driver etc.</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills including interviewing techniques and professional phone etiquette.</li><li>Ability to handle confidential information discreetly while demonstrating strong administrative support capabilities. Join us if you&rsquo;re eager to grow your legal career in a vibrant environment that values initiative and professionalism! This paid position offers meaningful work supporting attorneys across various specialties while developing your expertise in the legal field.</li></ul>Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hourWork Location: In person

Legal assist- part time or fulltime

Tom Bible Law

Paralegal &ndash; Bankruptcy Law | Full-Time | In-PersonAbout the RoleAre you a detail-driven paralegal who thrives in a fast-paced environment and finds genuine fulfillment in helping people through difficult times? Join a team that takes pride in making a real difference for clients navigating one of life's most stressful chapters.Your work will directly shape the client's experience &mdash; managing debtor cases from start to finish, communicating directly with clients one-on-one, and keeping everything running smoothly. You will be a vital part of a team that makes a real difference in people's lives during some of their most challenging moments.Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Managing a substantial caseload of bankruptcy matters with thoroughness and precision</li><li>Serving as a trusted point of contact for clients, guiding them through the process with professionalism and empathy</li><li>Keeping cases organized and on track in a demanding, deadline-driven environment</li><li>Working closely with attorneys and staff to ensure every case detail is handled with accuracy and care.</li></ul>Qualifications <ul><li>Prior paralegal experience, ideally in bankruptcy law</li><li>A calm, steady presence under pressure</li><li>Sharp attention to detail and strong organizational skills</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office</li><li>Experience with legal case management software is highly desirable</li></ul>Schedule &amp; Compensation<ul><li>Full-time, Monday&ndash;Friday with two Saturday mornings per month (8AM&ndash;12PM)</li><li>Competitive compensation based on experience</li><li>High school diploma or equivalent preferred</li><li>Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision benefits</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Paralegal/Case Manager

Georgia Middle Bankruptcy

UNITED STATES BANKRUPTCY COURT MIDDLE DISTRICT OF GEORGIAwww.gamb.uscourts.govVacancy Announcement &ndash; Case ManagerAnnouncement Number: 2026-01Position Title: Case ManagerLocation: Macon, GeorgiaOpening Date: March 30, 2026Closing Date: Until position is filled; preference will be given to applications received on or before April 13, 2026.Starting Salary Range: CL 25 ($49,361 to $80,265) (Career progression to CL 26 - $54,372 - $88,366) Based Upon Qualifications and ExperienceThe Clerk&rsquo;s Office of the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Middle District of Georgia, Macon Division, is accepting applications for a full-time, permanent Case Manager.The Court is seeking a self-motivated individual who possesses a strong work ethic and has excellent interpersonal, automation, and analytical skills. The Court is located in Macon, Georgia with a divisional office in Columbus, Georgia. The Court has two judges in Macon, and one judge in Columbus. Hearings are also conducted monthly in Albany, Athens, and Valdosta. Please note that this is not a remote position and requires presence at the Macon office. Periodic telework may be available, as determined by Court policy and operational requirements. Position Overview and Representative Duties: The Case Manager manages the progression of bankruptcy cases and related adversary proceedings by maintaining official case records in an automated system and monitors the case from opening to final disposition in accordance with established internal controls and case management procedures. The Case Manager performs duties and responsibilities which include, but are not limited to, the following: Docketing, noticing, and conducting quality control review of cases filed through the Court's electronic case filing system to ensure accuracy and conformity with local and federal rules. Generating various reports, monitoring the progression of cases. Auditing cases for discharging and closing cases to ensure all necessary documents are entered and deadlines are met. Communicating regularly with judges, clerk's office staff, attorneys, trustees, and the general public in person, in writing, and telephonically regarding case related matters. CASE MANAGER 2 Provides instructions on proper filing procedures and non-legal information. Acting as a customer service representative to Court visitors. Processing incoming and outgoing mail and accepting delivery of packages. Case Managers are also required to perform Electronic Court Recording Operator (ECRO) duties. Occasional overnight travel to the Athens and Albany divisions may be required. Performs additional duties as assigned. Minimum Qualification Requirements: The applicant must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Two (2) years of progressively responsible clerical or administrative experience working in an office setting such as a law firm, banking, real estate/title office, insurance case management, or other similar work is required. The applicant must demonstrate experience in word processing, web-based environments, and data entry involving the use of automation skills, the use of specialized terminology, and the ability to apply a body of rules, regulations, directives, or laws. The applicant must possess exceptional communication skills since frequent contact is with a wide variety of individuals within and outside the Judiciary. The applicant must possess excellent computer skills with a demand for accuracy and quality assurance. Good judgment with the ability to apply concepts to determine what action needs to be taken and good proofreading skills are essential. Applicant must be able to enroll in and comply with the Court&rsquo;s telework program. Desirable Qualifications: A bachelor&rsquo;s degree from an accredited college or university and work experience in bankruptcy, federal or state courts, or the federal government, are preferred. Experience with case management and familiarity with electronic case filing, especially the CM/ECF (Case Management/Electronic Case Filing) or similar systems, is desirable. Employee Benefits: The United States Bankruptcy Court is part of the Judicial Branch of the United States Government. Court employees are covered by the Court Personnel System (CPS). Court employees are considered at-will and are not covered by federal civil service classifications or regulations. Court employees are, however, entitled to the same benefits as other federal employees. These benefits include: 13 days paid sick leave per year. 11 paid holidays per year. Choice of medical, dental and vision coverage from a wide variety of plans. Life Insurance options. Federal Employee Retirement System. Immediate participation in the Thrift Savings Plan (401k plan). Optional participation in the Judiciary&rsquo;s Flexible Spending Program.CASE MANAGER 3 Qualified applicants must submit the following: A cover letter. A resume that details years of experience, including names and addresses of employers, dates of employment and salary history. An Application for Judicial Branch Employment (Form AO78) which is available at http://www.uscourts.gov/forms/AO078.pdf A list of at least three professional references, with current contact information. Application materials should be emailed to: gambml_hr@gamb.uscourts.gov. Subject line: Vacancy Announcement 2026-01. No mailed or paper applications will be accepted. Notice to Applicants: The United States Bankruptcy Court is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Only applicants who are selected for interviews will be contacted by the Court. The Court will not pay for any interview or relocation expenses. Employees of the United States Bankruptcy Court are required to adhere to a Code of Conduct, copies of which are available upon request. The United States Bankruptcy Court is part of the Judicial Branch of the United States Government. Employees of the United States Bankruptcy Court are considered AT WILL employees. The Federal Financial Reform Act requires direct deposit of federal wages for Court employees. Employees must be United States Citizens or eligible to work in the United States. As a condition of employment, the selected candidate will be subject to an FBI fingerprint check and may be subject to periodic updates. Employment will be considered provisional until the fingerprint check is completed.Pay: $49,361.00 - $80,265.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Flexible spending account</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Health savings account</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Professional development assistance</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Travel reimbursement</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

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Bankruptcy Case Manager