Bankruptcy / Restructuring Paralegal

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Compensation
$65,000 to $85,000 as a base salary and a generous bonus
Full firm paid health with defined benefits plans
401K w/match
Transportation program
Extensive firm amenities
Generous PTO
Location
New York City, NY - USA - Midtown Manhattan
The Organization
U.S. based global law firm
Key Responsibilities
Assist Attorneys representing Debtors, Creditors, and Creditor Committees in large chapter 11 restructuring cases in a team environment
Assist in analyzing due diligence materials regarding all aspects of a company's business operations
Assist with the preparation and filing of petitions, resolutions, first day pleadings; draft; cite check, research and update precedent in first and second-day pleadings filed; familiar with local rules of various courts; coordinate with other professionals and client to obtain and analyze due diligence materials in preparation of exhibits and documents to be included as part of the filing material
Correspond with clients, creditors and other interested parties regarding case issues
Collate information and exhibits for motions, applications, notices, memoranda, proofs of claim.
Preparation of quarterly fee applications
Assist with the preparation of monthly fee statements; maintain professional fee spreadsheets;
Review and edit documents and exhibits, charts and diagrams
Maintain case calendars and working group lists
Work closely with other practice groups and offices on matters related to restructuring cases
Provide training to entry level case assistants
Commitment to work overtime and be available for travel as needed
Maintain case files
Required Skills
College degree and 5 years experience as a Restructuring / Bankruptcy Legal Assistant. Mid to large size law firm experience, demonstrating a significant level of substantive knowledge and understanding of the practice area.
Excellent analytical and organizational abilities, creativity and initiative
Maintain high work quality under pressure of deadlines and competing priorities
Excellent oral and written communication skills and able to interact effectively with staff, attorneys, clients, courts and other professionals.
Demonstrate working knowledge of technology applicable to practice area, including Westlaw, Live Edgar; ability to electronically file documents

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