Chapter 11 Paralegal - Proactive, Detail-Driven Support

Socket.dev; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Walker LLP in Houston, TX is seeking an experienced Bankruptcy Paralegal to support attorneys on Chapter 11 matters across multiple offices. The role involves managing deadlines, organizing case files, and preparing court documents with CM/ECF and PACER.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of bankruptcy paralegal experience, be detail-oriented, and able to work independently while collaborating with attorneys and legal staff. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus 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.

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

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Deadline management

Written and verbal communication

Independent work with collaboration

Education

Paralegal certificate

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

CM/ECF

PACER

Microsoft Office

Job description

Jones Walker LLP in Houston, TX is seeking an experienced Bankruptcy Paralegal to support attorneys on Chapter 11 matters across multiple offices. The role involves managing deadlines, organizing case files, and preparing court documents with CM/ECF and PACER.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of bankruptcy paralegal experience, be detail-oriented, and able to work independently while collaborating with attorneys and legal staff. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus but not required.