Bankruptcy Paralegal

TBG | The Bachrach Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

A legal service provider in New York is seeking an experienced paralegal for a temporary position focused on bankruptcy and federal litigation. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of relevant experience, knowledge of court filing systems, and strong proficiency in legal document preparation. Responsibilities include preparing legal documents, drafting motions, and maintaining accurate records of filings. This is an opportunity to work with a dynamic legal team in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of paralegal experience, focusing on bankruptcy and/or federal litigation.
• Direct experience with court filing systems such as CM/ECF, PACER, and applicable state filing portals.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and electronically file legal documents in Bankruptcy Courts, Federal District Courts, and state courts.
• Draft and format motions, notices, petitions, and related filings using Bluebook citation and accurate case law referencing.
• Coordinate multi-jurisdictional filings and maintain records of all filings and confirmations.

Skills

Court filing systems (CM/ECF, PACER)

Bluebook citation format

Legal document preparation

Job description

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and electronically file legal documents in Bankruptcy Courts, Federal District Courts, and state courts.
• Draft and format motions, notices, petitions, and related filings using Bluebook citation and accurate case law referencing.
• Coordinate multi-jurisdictional filings, including filings in states where we do not have local counsel.
• Create and maintain form templates for frequently used legal filings.
• Professionally and clearly communicate via email with internal legal teams, court clerks, and judges’ chambers regarding filings, hearings, and procedural matters.
• Maintain accurate records of all filings and confirmations; update internal databases and case management systems accordingly.
• Provide litigation support and administrative assistance to attorneys and senior paralegals as needed.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of paralegal experience, with a focus on bankruptcy and/or federal litigation.
• Direct experience with court filing systems such as CM/ECF, PACER, and applicable state filing portals.
• Strong working knowledge of Bluebook citation format and legal document preparation.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Temporary

Job function

• Administrative and Legal

Industries

• Law Practice