Bankruptcy Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Ridgeland (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance coverage

Dental and vision insurance options

Retirement plan for long-term financial wellness

Life insurance for added security

Paid time off to promote work-life balance

Referral program to incentivize employee contributions

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Bankruptcy Attorney to join its team in Ridgeland, MS. The successful candidate will represent creditors in federal bankruptcy court, focusing on drafting motions and defending claims. This position provides a unique opportunity to advance in a respected law firm.

Applicants must hold a Juris Doctor (JD) degree and possess extensive experience in civil litigation or real estate. Comprehensive health benefits and a retirement plan will be offered.

Qualifications

• Over eight years of experience in civil litigation, real estate, or equivalent fields.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work accurately and productively.
• Proactive relationship development in the industry.
• Preferred knowledge of TILA, RESPA, and FDCPA.
• Experience in appellate practice is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Draft motions for relief from the automatic stay.
• Prepare and defend secured creditor proofs of claims.
• Defend motions to value.
• Draft pleadings to protect creditor interests.
• Ensure accurate and timely updates to the firm's systems of record.
• Collaborate with attorneys, support staff, and firm members.

Skills

Exceptional written and verbal communication

Strong leadership abilities

Detail-oriented and highly productive work ethic

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Bankruptcy Attorney in Ridgeland, MS. The ideal candidate will represent creditors in federal bankruptcy court, handling tasks such as drafting motions and defending claims. This role offers a unique opportunity to grow within a reputable firm.

Duties

• Draft motions for relief from the automatic stay.
• Prepare and defend secured creditor proofs of claims.
• Defend motions to value.
• Draft pleadings to protect creditor interests.
• Ensure accurate and timely updates to the firm's systems of record.
• Collaborate with attorneys, support staff, and firm members.

Requirements

• Over eight years of experience in civil litigation, real estate, or equivalent fields.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work accurately and productively.
• Proactive relationship development in the industry.
• Preferred knowledge of TILA, RESPA, and FDCPA.
• Experience in appellate practice is a plus.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

Bar License in the state of MS (required); multiple licenses are a plus.

Skills

• Exceptional written and verbal communication.
• Strong leadership abilities.
• Detail-oriented and highly productive work ethic.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Dental and vision insurance options.
• Retirement plan for long-term financial wellness.
• Life insurance for added security.
• Paid time off to promote work-life balance.
• Referral program to incentivize employee contributions.