Bankruptcy Paralegal

Overview

Beacon Hill Legal is partnering with a well-established law firm in downtown Chicago to hire an experienced Bankruptcy Paralegal to support their Bankruptcy and Financial Restructuring practice. This is a full-time, hybrid position (three days in-office) offering a salary range of $75-95K+ DOE.

This position is best suited for a paralegal with at least three years of litigation experience, ideally with a strong background in bankruptcy matters. The role requires a detail-oriented professional who can manage multiple deadlines, coordinate complex case activities, and provide a high level of support to attorneys handling Chapter 11 and related adversary proceedings.

• Assist attorneys with large Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases and related adversary matters
• Draft orders, notices, certificates of service, subpoenas, pleadings, and proofs of claim
• Coordinate service of documents and manage document review processes
• Prepare and maintain detailed case logs, calendars, and hearing schedules
• Prepare petitions, schedules, and other bankruptcy filings, including involuntary petitions
• Organize and summarize factual data and case developments
• File documents electronically with U.S. bankruptcy courts nationwide
• Conduct legal research and retrieve case information, dockets, and pleadings
• Assist with claims reconciliation and preference action analyses
• Collaborate with attorneys, litigation technology staff, and fraud teams on cross-practice matters
• Prepare exhibits for trial and evidentiary hearings, and assist with trial preparation

• Bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate preferred (equivalent experience considered)
• Minimum of three years of litigation experience; bankruptcy experience strongly preferred
• Trial preparation and trial experience required
• Strong knowledge of bankruptcy procedures and e-filing with U.S. bankruptcy courts
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel;
  Best Case Software experience preferred
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to prioritize effectively
• Ability to work overtime as needed to meet case deadlines

If you're an experienced paralegal looking to join a respected firm with a busy bankruptcy practice, apply today!

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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Company Profile:

Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.

Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.

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Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.