Bankruptcy Paralegal

LHH; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Bankruptcy Paralegal in Tampa, FL. This hybrid role involves preparing and filing bankruptcy documents, maintaining case files, and drafting legal documents. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent legal experience, with strong communication and organizational skills. Join a high-performing legal team to make a meaningful impact in the bankruptcy space.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent legal experience.
• Florida Registered Paralegal certification is a plus.
• Solid understanding of bankruptcy law and federal court procedures.
• Strong writing, research, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with legal software and document management tools.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file bankruptcy documents including proofs of claim, motions for relief, and objections.
• Maintain organized case files and ensure timely document management.
• Draft and review legal documents such as motions, briefs, and discovery responses.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Track deadlines and assist with case strategy and procedural updates.
• Stay current on local bankruptcy rules and court procedures.

Skills

Bankruptcy law understanding

Strong writing skills

Research skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent legal experience

Florida Registered Paralegal certification

Tools

Legal software

Document management tools

Job description

Legal Talent Attraction Specialist at LHH Recruitment Solutions

Bankruptcy Paralegal – Hybrid | Tampa, FL

A dynamic legal team is looking for a Bankruptcy Paralegal to support attorneys in managing creditor-side bankruptcy matters and related litigation. This hybrid role is based in Tampa, FL and requires in-office presence three days per week.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and file bankruptcy documents including proofs of claim, motions for relief, and objections under Chapters 7 and 11
• Maintain organized case files and ensure timely document management
• Draft and review legal documents such as motions, briefs, and discovery responses
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
• Track deadlines and assist with case strategy and procedural updates
• Stay current on local bankruptcy rules and court procedures

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent legal experience
• Florida Registered Paralegal certification is a plus
• Solid understanding of bankruptcy law and federal court procedures
• Strong writing, research, and communication skills
• Proficiency with legal software and document management tools
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Location: Tampa, FL (Hybrid: 3 days onsite, 2 days remote)

This is a great opportunity to join a high-performing legal team and make a meaningful impact in the bankruptcy space. If you’re ready to take the next step in your legal career, apply now!

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)

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