Bankruptcy Paralegal

Beacon Hill; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Hill is seeking an experienced Bankruptcy Paralegal for its Miami office to support attorneys on complex Chapter 11 matters. The role involves drafting and filing court documents, researching dockets, and coordinating communications with clients, courts, and trustees.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of bankruptcy paralegal experience, strong CM/ECF/PACER skills, and excellent organizational abilities. Fluency in English/Spanish is beneficial but not required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of paralegal experience with significant exposure to Chapter 11 bankruptcy matters.
• Strong understanding of federal bankruptcy rules, procedures, and court practices.
• Demonstrated proficiency with CM/ECF, PACER, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and other legal professionals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Paralegal certificate preferred, bachelor's degree a plus.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills are beneficial but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in all phases of Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases from inception to confirmation and post-confirmation administration.
• Prepare, review, and file petitions, schedules, notices, motions, proofs of claim, and other court documents using CM/ECF.
• Conduct research using PACER and other court databases.
• Monitor case dockets, maintain deadlines and calendars, and ensure compliance with applicable court rules and procedures.
• Organize and maintain case files, pleadings, exhibits, and other case-related documentation.
• Coordinate communications among attorneys, clients, courts, trustees, and other parties in interest.
• Assist in preparation for hearings, trials, Section 341 meetings, and other proceedings, including compiling exhibits, summaries, and supporting materials.
• Track and manage critical deadlines and proactively follow up on outstanding items.
• Record time accurately and maintain billing-related documentation in accordance with Firm requirements.

Skills

Paralegal experience

CM/ECF

PACER

MS Office

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Paralegal certificate

Bachelor's degree

Education

Paralegal certificate

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Bankruptcy Paralegal (1477123) Miami, Florida

Description:

A national law firm is seeking an experienced Bankruptcy Paralegal to jointheir Miami office. This position supports attorneys across the Firm’s Bankruptcy Team on complex Chapter 11 matters and offers the opportunity to work closely with nationally recognized practitioners in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist attorneys in all phases of Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases from inception to confirmation and post-confirmation administration.
• Prepare, review, and file petitions, schedules, notices, motions, proofs of claim, and other court documents using CM/ECF.
• Conduct research using PACER and other court databases.
• Monitor case dockets, maintain deadlines and calendars, and ensure compliance with applicable court rules and procedures.
• Organize and maintain case files, pleadings, exhibits, and other case-related documentation.
• Coordinate communications among attorneys, clients, courts, trustees, and other parties in interest.
• Assist in preparation for hearings, trials, Section 341 meetings, and other proceedings, including compiling exhibits, summaries, and supporting materials.
• Track and manage critical deadlines and proactively follow up on outstanding items.
• Record time accurately and maintain billing-related documentation in accordance with Firm requirements.

Requirements

• Minimum of three years of paralegal experience with significant exposure to Chapter 11 bankruptcy matters.
• Strong understanding of federal bankruptcy rules, procedures, and court practices.
• Demonstrated proficiency with CM/ECF, PACER, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and other legal professionals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Paralegal certificate preferred, bachelor's degree a plus.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills are beneficial but not required.