Associate Bankruptcy Attorney

Florida Bar Foundation the; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Sahil Vijay Law seeks an ambitious Bankruptcy Attorney to lead and grow its consumer bankruptcy practice. You will manage debtor cases from initial consultation to discharge, focusing on Chapter 7 and Chapter 13.

A JD from an ABA-accredited school and active Florida license are required, with strong courtroom and negotiation skills. This 100% remote role may require in-person hearings at times; you will supervise paralegals and coordinate with clients to ensure successful plan confirmations and

Responsibilities

• Lead consumer debtor cases from initial consultation through plan confirmation and discharge.
• Manage Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 proceedings with focus on plan development and creditor interactions.
• Draft, file, and argue motions including extensions, relief from stay, and objections to claims.
• Represent clients at 341 meetings and hearings; oversee adversary proceedings as needed.
• Direct and supervise paralegals and staff in intake, document collection, and petition preparation.

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Tools

BestCase

CM/ECF

PACER

Job description

Sahil Vijay Law is seeking an ambitious, client-focused Bankruptcy Attorney to lead and grow our consumer bankruptcy practice. In this role, you will manage consumer debtor cases from initial client consultation through plan confirmation and discharge, focusing primarily on Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 proceedings.

The ideal candidate possesses deep substantive knowledge of the Bankruptcy Code, exceptional courtroom and negotiation skills, and a compassionate, solution-oriented approach to helping clients rebuild their financial futures.

Key Responsibilities

• Case Strategy & Client Advocacy -Conduct comprehensive initial consultations to evaluate prospective clients' financial situations, determine eligibility, and recommend appropriate relief options under Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
• Provide clear, empathetic legal counsel regarding the bankruptcy process, automatic stays, asset protection, exemptions, and long-term credit impact.
• Oversee and review all petitions, schedules, Statements of Financial Affairs (SOFA), and Chapter 13 repayment plans prior to filing.
• Chapter 13 Plan Management
  Structure and draft customized Chapter 13 repayment plans based on income, disposable income analysis, secured debt arrears, and local court guidelines.
• Review, analyze, and object to improper or untimely Proofs of Claim filed by creditors.
• Negotiate plan terms with Chapter 13 Trustees and secured/unsecured creditors to secure plan confirmation.
• Court Representation & Litigation
  Represent clients at 341 Meetings of Creditors, Chapter 13 confirmation hearings, and adversarial proceedings.
• Draft, file, and argue motions, including Motions to Extend/Impose Automatic Stay, Motions to Strip Liens, Motions for Relief from Stay, and Objections to Claims.
• Manage adversary litigation involving non-dischargeability of debts, fraudulent transfers, or violations of the automatic stay/discharge injunction.
• Practice Management & Team Leadership
  Direct and supervise dedicated bankruptcy paralegals and legal assistants in client intake, document collection, and BestCase petition preparation.
• Ensure all court filings, trustee submission deadlines, and statutory requirements are met accurately and on time.
• Maintain clean CM/ECF docket monitoring and proactive client communications throughout the lifecycle of every case.

This is a 100% remote role, you may be require to attend in person hearings.

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school.

Active license to practice law in Florida and active admission to the local U.S. District Court & Bankruptcy Court.

1+ years of dedicated experience handling consumer debtor Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy cases.

Substantive Expertise: Thorough command of Title 11 of the U.S. Code, local bankruptcy court rules, state/federal exemption structures, and trustee policies.

Courtroom Experience: Proven track record of representing clients at 341 meetings, confirmation hearings, and contested evidentiary hearings.

Tech Proficiency: Hands-on experience with bankruptcy petition software (BestCase strongly preferred), Federal CM/ECF e-filing systems, PACER, and legal practice management software.

This is a 100% remote role, you may be require to attend in person hearings.