Bankruptcy Paralegal

Cozen O'Connor; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Cozen O’Connor in Philadelphia or Wilmington seeks an experienced bankruptcy paralegal to support lead and associate attorneys handling Chapter 11 and Chapter 7 matters, including related litigation. You will draft pleadings, supervise ECF filings, prepare hearing binders, and manage case files, calendars, and service lists, with strong attention to deadlines and accuracy.

The role requires 3+ years of bankruptcy experience and a paralegal credential or degree, plus proficiency in Word, Excel,

Qualifications

• 3+ years of bankruptcy paralegal experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate required.
• Familiar with ECF filing and U.S. Bankruptcy Court procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, detail-oriented.
• Proficient in MS Word and Excel; familiarity with legal software.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead and associate attorneys in bankruptcy cases.
• Draft pleadings and notices, including motions and proofs of claim.
• Prepare hearing binders and organize fee applications.
• Monitor case dockets and maintain service lists.
• Maintain calendars and deadlines across Chapter 11/7 matters.
• File pleadings electronically (CM/ECF) with courts.

Skills

Bankruptcy paralegal

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Paralegal certificate

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Job Description

Cozen O’Connor is currently seeking an experienced, energetic paralegal for its Bankruptcy practice. The position supports a lead and multiple attorneys who represent debtors, trustees and creditors’ committees in chapter 11 reorganization and chapter 7 cases and related litigation. This position requires a professional team player with the ability to communicate and interact effectively with attorneys, colleagues, clients and court staff as well as working independently. The position will be based in Philadelphia or Wilmington.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of chapter 11 and chapter 7 bankruptcy procedures and at least three years related bankruptcy experience
• Knowledge of and ability to electronically file (CM/ECF) pleadings
• Draft basic pleadings including motions, notices, proposed orders, agendas, fee applications, proofs of claim, petitions, schedules and statements
• Prepare hearing, fee application and proof of claim binders
• Monitor case dockets, document retrieval of filings and maintain service lists
• Maintain calendars and case critical dates to ensure all deadlines are met and work is processed in an effective and efficient manner

Qualifications

• 3+ years of bankruptcy paralegal experience
• Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate required
• Must be well-versed in electronic court filling (ECF) procedures used by the U.S. Bankruptcy Courts as well as related noticing/service requirements
• Excellent written/oral communication, organizational and interaction skills
• Attention to detail, ability to work under pressure and multitask in a deadline-driven environment
• Prepare, organize, track and maintain case files
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Must be a self-starter and capable of preparing and assembling routine bankruptcy related motions
• Knowledge of legal software including West Law and LexisNexis preferred
• Experience filing pleadings in state and federal courts, including the Chancery Court at the Bankruptcy Court

The salary range for this role is $95,000-$105,000 and represents the Firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent upon a number of factors, including but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant experience, qualifications and location.

About Us

Known for its commitment to action and tangible results, Cozen O'Connor has rapidly grown to become one of North America's fastest-growing law firms. Offering full-service expertise in litigation, business law, and government relations, the firm serves a diverse clientele, including global Fortune 500 companies, growing middle-market firms, startups, and high-profile individuals. Established in 1970, Cozen O’Connor has more than 1,000 attorneys who help clients manage risk and make better business decisions. The firm counsels clients on their most sophisticated legal matters in all areas of the law, including litigation, corporate, and regulatory law. Representing a broad array of leading global corporations and middle market companies, Cozen O’Connor services its clients’ needs through 35 offices across two continents. The firm is consistently ranked among the top 100 law firms in America and has received recognition from prestigious legal and business organizations such as Chambers & Partners, The American Lawyer, The Legal 500, and Best Lawyers. Cozen O'Connor is dedicated to excellence and strives to achieve the right results for its clients, no matter how complex or critical the legal challenges.

Cozen O’Connor is committed to fostering greater inclusion in the legal profession. We understand the organizational effectiveness that comes from welcoming and valuing differences within the firm, and we know that assembling a team with a breadth of perspectives and experience is necessary to provide the highest quality legal service. We encourage candidates to apply and join us in this effort.

Cozen O’Connor actively welcomes applicants who have previously left the workforce and are looking to return to their careers. Gaps in experience are not penalized.

Cozen O’Connor is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.