Associate Bankruptcy Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Cranford (NJ); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Origination incentive 20%

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks an Associate Bankruptcy Attorney in Cranford, NJ for a hybrid/remote role serving bankruptcy and lending client portfolios across PA, NJ, NY, and DE. The position requires J.D.

from an ABA-accredited law school and NJ Bar admission, with 1–3 years of bankruptcy experience including pleadings and court appearances. The ideal candidate will have strong written and oral communication, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and the ability to work independently while

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• New Jersey Bar Admission required; PA or NY admission a bonus.
• 1-3 years of bankruptcy court and litigation experience preferred.
• Experience with electronic case management systems; CaseAware a plus.
• Knowledge of laws, legal codes, and court procedures.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to interact and collaborate with clients and employees at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Draft legal pleadings, notices of hearings, motions, and orders.
• Research and analyze statutes, judicial decisions, and legal articles.
• Update case management system to ensure data integrity.
• Travel to court and client sites as necessary.
• Communicate and collaborate with clients and internal staff.
• Identify legal issues requiring additional review.
• Manage a high volume of files with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Attend hearings, settlement conferences, and court appearances.
• Review and correct case work prepared by paralegals.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Outstanding organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

New Jersey Bar Admission

Tools

CaseAware

Job description

Job Overview

law firm seeks an Associate Bankruptcy Attorney in Cranford, NJ. This hybrid/remote position allows work from regional offices in PA, NJ, NY, or DE. The role involves managing bankruptcy and lending client case portfolios. Ideal candidates have 1-3 years of bankruptcy experience, including drafting pleadings and court appearances.

Duties

• Draft legal pleadings, notices of hearings, motions, and orders.
• Research and analyze statutes, judicial decisions, and legal articles.
• Update case management system to ensure data integrity.
• Travel to court and client sites as necessary.
• Communicate and collaborate with clients and internal staff.
• Identify legal issues requiring additional review.
• Manage a high volume of files with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Attend hearings, settlement conferences, and court appearances.
• Review and correct case work prepared by paralegals.

Requirements

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• New Jersey Bar Admission required; PA or NY admission a bonus.
• 1-3 years of bankruptcy court and litigation experience preferred.
• Experience with electronic case management systems; CaseAware a plus.
• Knowledge of laws, legal codes, and court procedures.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to interact and collaborate with clients and employees at all levels.
• Flexible, self-directed, and motivated.
• Outstanding organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products.
• Valid Driver's License.

Education

J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

New Jersey Bar Admission required.

Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office products.
• Outstanding organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Origination incentive of 20% for additional business brought in.