Paralegal - Business Restructuring and Insolvency

Job Description

Bernstein Shur, a New England‑based law firm that advises clients across the U.S. and around the world, is seeking a Business Restructuring and Insolency Paralegal to work in its Portland, Maine office.

The Business Restructuring and Insolvency Paralegal works effectively and collaboratively to provide organizational and substantive support to attorneys and paralegals in the Business Restructuring and Insolvency Practice Group.

• BA/BS required.
• Paralegal certificate a plus.
• eDiscovery experience a plus.
• Knowledge of Federal Court procedures and practices.
• Familiarity with Chapter 11 process and basic bankruptcy documents.
• Prior working experience in the bankruptcy group of a law firm representing debtors and/or creditors in Chapter 11 and Chapter 7 cases a plus.
• Experience with e‑filing within the Federal Courts, specifically with both the U.S. Bankruptcy and the U.S. District Courts.
• Proficient in blue booking.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Excel.
• Strong sense of accountability, taking ownership over projects and responsibilities and resolving issues proactively.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
• Ability to assess information, anticipate issues and outcomes, and make effective decisions.
• Ability to manage multiple requests, assess priorities, and achieve solutions under deadlines.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent teamwork skills and a strong client service orientation.
• Flexibility to work overtime as required.

• Hybrid schedule
• Office setting
• Computer‑based work
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 15 lbs
• Sit/stand for extended periods of time
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Reliable attendance in the office

• Manage assigned cases and their related tasks and projects.
• Perform full range of paralegal tasks from case inception through case closure.
• Monitor court docket sheets for assigned cases and take ownership of case calendars.
• Handle e‑filing within the Federal Courts, specifically with both the U.S. Bankruptcy and the U.S. District Courts.
• Responsible for service, including coordination of service