Bilingual Bankruptcy Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

We are expanding our team of talented legal professionals. We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented legal assistant or paralegal to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in bankruptcy case management and a passion for helping clients during challenging times.

Role:

• Full-time, on-site position for a bilingual (English/Spanish) bankruptcy assistant

Compensation:

• $25-$30 per hour

Requirements:

• Must be bilingual in English and Spanish and have at least three + years of Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy experience
• Proficiency with BestCase, Clio, Microsoft Office and Adobe
• Proficiency with e-filing systems (CM/ECF, PACER)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to provide excellent customer service skills
• Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple cases
• Can work both independently and with a team, in a fast-paced setting
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions

What You Will Do:

• Draft and file Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 petitions, schedules, statements, and related documents
• Communicate with clients, trustees, courts, and creditors to collect documents and move cases forward
• Use platforms like BestCase and Clio to keep cases accurate and on track
• Stay ahead of deadlines and ensure cases run smoothly from start to finish
• Everything bankruptcy from the initial call until a discharge