Join a prominent Am Law 100 firm in a significant paralegal role within its celebrated Bankruptcy, Restructuring, and Insolvency Practice. Collaborate with legal experts on intricate Chapter 11 reorganizations, strategic out-of-court restructurings, and high-stakes litigation involving diverse stakeholders.
**Key Tasks and Responsibilities**
- Play a pivotal role in managing and organizing extensive case files involving pleadings, discovery documents, financial records, and more.
- Keep track of vital court dates, deadlines, and reporting requirements across multiple legal systems.
- Act as a liaison with clients, financial analysts, and court officials to coordinate on legal matters.
- Handle drafting and meticulous proofreading of documents like disclosure statements, reorganization plans, and official court motions.
- Utilize electronic court filing systems to ensure timely submissions and strict adherence to both federal and local bankruptcy rules.
- Conduct thorough legal research using platforms like Westlaw and Bloomberg Law, employing strategic analysis of case laws and regulatory changes.
- Support claim analysis and reconciliation processes and manage court-approved communications.
- Expertise in handling large electronic files via tools like Relativity; oversee detailed review processes and organize litigation materials.
- Provide essential support for trial preparations, including the creation of trial binders and logistics management for court procedures.
**Required Expertise and Skills**
- A Bachelor's degree coupled with a solid track record of at least seven years in bankruptcy law, focused on complex restructurings.
- Proficient understanding of bankruptcy procedures and experience with eDiscovery tools.
- Success in a national or international law firm environment, preferably an Am Law 200 firm.
- Certified as a paralegal through an ABA-recognized program, with exceptional skills in case management systems and claims administration.
**Work Environment and Benefits**
- This role is based in midtown Manhattan, offering flexible hybrid work arrangements in accordance with firm guidelines.
- Salary expectations range from $85,000 to $135,000 annually, inclusive of additional bonuses. A comprehensive benefits package is provided, featuring medical, dental, vision coverage, and a weighted 401K plan, among others.
