Raleigh: On-Site Bankruptcy & Creditors' Rights Paralegal

Ave Staffing; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier North Carolina business law firm is seeking a Creditors' Rights & Bankruptcy Paralegal to join their Raleigh office. This role supports high-velocity bankruptcy and foreclosure matters, coordinating with attorneys from filing through resolution.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of paralegal experience in commercial and consumer bankruptcy, strong knowledge of NC rules, and a valid NC Notary Public commission or ability to obtain one.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of dedicated paralegal experience handling commercial and consumer bankruptcy, collections, and foreclosure workflows.
• Working knowledge of North Carolina state and federal court rules, statutory collection timelines, and judicial foreclosure mechanics.
• Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Technology preferred; NC Notary Public commission (or ability to obtain) required.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in bankruptcy proceedings (Chapter 7, 11, and 13) from filing to resolution.
• Draft, proofread, and format complex legal pleadings, motions for relief from stay, proofs of claim, collection notices, and foreclosure documents.
• Manage CM/ECF filings across North Carolina state and federal courts.
• Track deadlines and maintain active case calendars with electronic scheduling systems.
• Coordinate with Court Clerks, Sheriffs, and opposing parties to advance foreclosure processes.
• Maintain digital and physical filing systems with meticulous record-keeping.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Court rules knowledge

Notary public

Education

Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Technology

Tools

CM/ECF

Job description

A premier North Carolina business law firm is seeking a Creditors' Rights & Bankruptcy Paralegal to join their Raleigh office. This role supports high-velocity bankruptcy and foreclosure matters, coordinating with attorneys from filing through resolution.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of paralegal experience in commercial and consumer bankruptcy, strong knowledge of NC rules, and a valid NC Notary Public commission or ability to obtain one.