Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Paralegal – Detail-Driven

Socket.dev; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Jones Walker LLP seeks an experienced Bankruptcy Paralegal to support attorneys across our Miami office on Chapter 11 matters. The role involves managing deadlines, preparing filings in CM/ECF, and coordinating communications with courts and trustees.

The ideal candidate has at least three years of paralegal experience in bankruptcy, strong organizational skills, and proficiency with CM/ECF and PACER. Bilingual English/Spanish is helpful but not required.

Qualifications

• Three years of paralegal experience in bankruptcy, especially Chapter 11.
• Strong understanding of federal bankruptcy rules and procedures.
• Proficient in CM/ECF, PACER, and MS Office.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to work independently and with attorneys.
• Paralegal certificate preferred; bachelor's degree a plus.
• Bilingual English/Spanish beneficial but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in all phases of Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases from inception to confirmation and post-confirmation.
• 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, deadlines, calendars, and ensure compliance with court rules.
• Organize and maintain case files, pleadings, exhibits, and related documentation.
• Coordinate communications among attorneys, clients, courts, trustees, and other parties.
• Assist in hearings, trials, Section 341 meetings, and other proceedings, including compiling exhibits and summaries.
• Track deadlines and follow up on outstanding items.
• Record time and maintain billing documentation.

Skills

CM/ECF

PACER

Microsoft Office

Organization

Communication skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Paralegal certificate

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CM/ECF

PACER

Job description

Jones Walker LLP seeks an experienced Bankruptcy Paralegal to support attorneys across our Miami office on Chapter 11 matters. The role involves managing deadlines, preparing filings in CM/ECF, and coordinating communications with courts and trustees.

The ideal candidate has at least three years of paralegal experience in bankruptcy, strong organizational skills, and proficiency with CM/ECF and PACER. Bilingual English/Spanish is helpful but not required.