Bankruptcy Paralegal

Job Posted 3/12/2025

Jobot

Irvine, CA 92602

Category Legal

Job Description

Paralegal - Adversary Proceedings/Avoidance Actions in Bankruptcy

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Jeffrey Skarvan
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Salary: $80,000 - $100,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are a 30+ year established AND growing Orange County firm, headquartered in Irvine and specializing in bankruptcy. We need to add multiple associate attorneys for our bankruptcy practice. Our partners foster a collaborative team culture and believe that hard work should be recognized and rewarded with time to unplug and refresh.

Why join us?

We have a cohesive team focused on collaborating to drive success and celebrate wins. We believe in sustaining excellence in our work in balance with our personal lives.

The firm's managing partners are also law professors and lecturers and provide training and mentorship, as well as excellent opportunities to encourage continual learning and development.

Besides a competitive base salary, we offer lucrative bonuses and advancement opportunities as we continue to expand our practices.

Job Details

Job Details:

We are currently seeking a dynamic, detail-oriented, and experienced Permanent Paralegal to join our esteemed legal team. This is an exceptional opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, challenging environment, and who has a keen interest in the legal industry. The successful candidate will be a crucial part of our team, supporting attorneys in a wide range of legal matters, with a particular focus on avoidance actions. This role requires a minimum of 5+ years of relevant experience in the legal field.

Responsibilities:

1. Assisting attorneys with avoidance actions and other complex legal matters.
2. Conducting extensive legal research and analysis to support case preparation and strategy development.
3. Drafting legal documents, including pleadings, discovery requests, affidavits, motions, and memoranda of law.
4. Managing and organizing large volumes of documents and data; maintaining detailed and accurate case files.
5. Coordinating with clients and opposing counsel, scheduling meetings, and managing deadlines.
6. Preparing for and attending court proceedings as necessary.
7. Staying updated on current laws, regulations, and industry trends related to avoidance actions.
8. Assisting with other duties and special projects as assigned by attorneys.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree or equivalent, along with a Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program.
2. A minimum of 5+ years of paralegal experience in bankruptcy law, both creditor and debtor side
3. Significant experience with avoidance actions and a solid understanding of the related laws and regulations.
4. Exceptional research and analytical skills; proficiency in using legal research platforms.
5. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to draft clear and concise legal documents.
6. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet tight deadlines.
7. High level of professionalism and confidentiality; ability to interact effectively with clients and opposing counsel.
8. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and legal case management software.
9. A proactive, self-motivated approach; ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned paralegal to take their career to the next level. If you have the required experience and skills, and you're ready for a challenging and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you.

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