Bankruptcy Legal Assistant — Fast-Paced, Growth‑Oriented Firm

McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC; Westmont (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC in Westmont, NJ is hiring a full-time Bankruptcy Legal Assistant to support a high-volume real estate and bankruptcy practice. You will draft and file court documents, manage deadlines, and interact with clients and investors.

The role requires a high school diploma, paralegal experience in bankruptcy or mortgage banking, proficiency with MS Office and e-filing, and a detail-oriented, fast-paced worker who can work independently.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required;
• Previous experience in a law firm, title, foreclosure and/or mortgage banking bankruptcy is required.
• Experience in e-filing systems, reviewing and understanding financial records of consumer lending instructions, drafting written pleadings and orders.
• Experience with data entry, proofreading and editing documents.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office skills including MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment to meet client deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative as appropriate.
• Ability to adapt to change.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and filing of Motion for Relief with the Court in PA and NJ.
• Drafting and filing of Proof of Claims to be reviewed by Attorney.
• Track motions and responses, including interacting with the Court to ensure motions are processed to ensure all deadlines are met.
• Uploading of responses, motions and directives into Firm's internal system.
• Obtain fee approval and complete billing.
• Process incoming Orders and Motions from the Court.
• Update/interact with Clients and Investors on file status.
• Communication with multiple clients through clients' communication system.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Adapt to change

Fast-paced environment"

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC in Westmont, NJ is hiring a full-time Bankruptcy Legal Assistant to support a high-volume real estate and bankruptcy practice. You will draft and file court documents, manage deadlines, and interact with clients and investors.

The role requires a high school diploma, paralegal experience in bankruptcy or mortgage banking, proficiency with MS Office and e-filing, and a detail-oriented, fast-paced worker who can work independently.