Bankruptcy and Restructuring Paralegal - Chicago

Dechert LLP; Chicago (IL); Presencial; USD 85.000 - 107.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Dechert LLP in Chicago is seeking a Senior Paralegal to support bankruptcy and restructuring matters. You will handle docketing, pleadings, and complex transactional work across engagements, coordinating with clients and advisory teams.

The role requires at least 3 years of bankruptcy paralegal experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency with PACER/CM/ECF. This is a full-time on-site position with a 1500-hour annual billing expectation.

Formación

• Bachelor's Degree required; Paralegal Certificate a plus.
• Minimum of 3 years paralegal experience in bankruptcy, including Chapter 11.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Superior proofreading and research abilities.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively.
• Detail oriented with ability to prioritize and coordinate work.
• Discretion with confidential information.
• Analytical thinking under pressure.
• Proficiency with PACER and CM/ECF.
• MS Office proficiency; Excel a plus; familiarity with Relativity.

Responsabilidades

• Monitor and maintain case dockets; track deadlines and hearings.
• Prepare calendars, memos, and deadline trackers.
• Coordinate with claims/notice agents for service and dates.
• Organize electronic/physical case files; manage pleadings indexes.
• Draft and format bankruptcy pleadings and notices.
• File documents electronically in CM/ECF; ensure local rules compliance.
• Prepare hearing binders, exhibit lists, and witness materials.
• Coordinate with local counsel on procedures.
• Assist in claims reconciliation, objections, and notices.
• Support plan of reorganization, disclosure statements, and related artifacts.
• Assist with Section 363 asset sales and closing checklists.
• Mentor junior paralegals and liaise with clients and advisors.

Conocimientos

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Proofreading

Research skills

Written and verbal communication

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Confidential information handling

Critical thinking

PACER/CM/ECF proficiency

Microsoft Office (Excel)

iManage/Worksite

Relativity

Educación

Bachelor's Degree

Paralegal Certificate

Herramientas

PACER

CM/ECF

Relativity

iManage/Worksite

Microsoft Office Suite

Descripción del empleo

Position(s) I am Applying for

Bankruptcy and Restructuring Paralegal - Chicago

Our team represents both debtors and creditors in the full spectrum of complex U.S. and cross-border restructuring, bankruptcy and insolvency matters. We are seeking a skilled and highly motivated Senior Paralegal to provide sophisticated litigation and transactional support across all phases of engagements. This position requires a well-organized individual who will be expected to bill 1500 hours annually.

Case Administration & Docketing

• Monitor and maintain case dockets in PACER and firm-specific docketing systems; track all filing deadlines, hearing dates, and objection periods
• Prepare and maintain master case calendars, critical dates memos, and deadline trackers for each active matter
• Coordinate with claims and noticing agents regarding service of process, claims bar dates, and noticing requirements
• Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files, including pleadings indexes and document management
  

Pre-Petition & Filing Support

• Assist attorneys with pre-petition planning, including preparation or review of first-day pleadings, motions, and supporting declarations
• Compile and organize schedules
• Draft, format, and finalize or review first-day orders, including motions for use of cash collateral, DIP financing, critical vendor payments, and retention applications
• Coordinate with client personnel and financial advisors to gather necessary information for petition filings
  

Pleadings, Motions & Court Filings

• Draft, proofread, and format a wide range of bankruptcy pleadings, including motions, applications, notices, stipulations, orders, and adversary complaints
• File documents electronically via CM/ECF in the relevant bankruptcy courts and ensure compliance with local rules regarding formatting, page limits, and service requirements
• Prepare and compile hearing binders, exhibit lists, and witness materials
• Coordinate with local counsel on filing procedures and court-specific requirements

Claims & Creditor Matters

• Assist in preparing or reviewing, analyzing, and reconciling proofs of claim
• Prepare and maintain or monitor claims registers and objection trackers
• Draft or review claims objections, proposed orders, and related notices
• Communicate with counterparties and their counsel regarding claims under attorney supervision
  

Plan of Reorganization & Disclosure Statement

• Support attorneys in drafting and revising or in reviewing the plan of reorganization and disclosure statement
• Prepare solicitation materials and voting ballots in coordination with the claims and solicitation agent
• Track voting deadlines and assist with plan confirmation submissions
• Coordinate the preparation of plan supplement documents and related exhibits
  
• Perform or review UCC, lien, judgment, and real property searches; prepare lien search summaries
• Assist with due diligence
  

Transactional & Asset Sale Support

• Support attorneys in connection with Section 363 asset sales, including preparation or review of sale motions, bidding procedures, stalking horse agreements, and asset purchase agreements
• Assist with closing checklists and post-closing deliverables
  

Team & Client Coordination

• Serve as a point of contact for client personnel, financial advisors, investment bankers, and co-counsel on administrative and procedural matters
• Coordinate logistics for key hearings, depositions, and meetings, including travel arrangements and preparation of attorney binders and materials
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior paralegals and legal assistants assigned to the matter team
  

QUALIFICATIONS / KSAs

• Bachelor's Degree is required. A Paralegal Certificate is a plus.
• Minimum of [3] years of paralegal experience in a bankruptcy practice at a law firm, with significant hands-on experience in Chapter 11 cases
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Superior proofreading and research skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and to manage time effectively.
• Detail oriented and has ability to prioritize and coordinate work.
• Ability to handle and maintain confidential information.
• Ability to think critically and analytically in a pressured environment.
• Proficiency with PACER and CM/ECF electronic filing systems
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (proficiency in Excel, a plus), iManage/Worksite and familiarity with computerized litigation databases (Relativity, a plus)
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities.
• Ability to work flexible and/or fluctuating work hours.

At the time of this posting, the salary range for this position in Chicago, IL is between $85,000.00 - $106,500.00 annually. Actual compensation is commensurate with job related knowledge, skills, experience, and location of the position.