Bankruptcy Paralegal

Pay: $75000.00 - $95000.00 per year

WHY THIS IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY

• Join a well-respected established New Jersey law firm with a decades-long track record in sophisticated commercial matters
• Work directly alongside experienced attorneys on complex Chapter 7 and Chapter 11 bankruptcy insolvency and restructuring cases
• Gain exposure to high-stakes federal and state court proceedings that genuinely shape outcomes for businesses and institutions
• Be part of a collaborative team that values your contributions invests in your professional growth and treats support staff as integral to its success
• Competitive compensation plus a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical dental vision HSA life insurance short and long-term disability EAP critical illness coverage retirement savings plan and an onsite gym
• Year-end bonus potential for strong performers

Location: This is a full-time on-site position based in Roseland NJ a well-connected Essex County community with easy access from major highways and a professional collegial office environment.

Note: Candidates must have 5 years of hands-on paralegal experience supporting bankruptcy restructuring creditors rights or complex commercial litigation matters. This is a substantive fast-paced role strong organizational skills and e-filing proficiency are required.

ABOUT US

We are a well-established New Jersey law firm with more than five decades of experience serving both public and private sector clients across the state. Our practice spans public finance redevelopment land use litigation alternative dispute resolution and restructuring and bankruptcy. We are known for our ability to bridge complex legal landscapes and bring transformative matters to resolution. We are committed to building a team grounded in respect professional development and open communication and we work hard to retain the talented people who help us deliver results. Confidential Employer.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Prepare organize and e-file pleadings motions notices and court documents in Chapter 7 Chapter 11 and related state court insolvency proceedings
• Manage case files end-to-end including docket monitoring deadline calendaring and matter organization across bankruptcy and commercial litigation cases
• Support attorneys with discovery document review claim reconciliation exhibit preparation and trial and hearing binder assembly
• Coordinate with clients court personnel trustees vendors and opposing counsel on filings service of process scheduling and case logistics
• Conduct legal research gather supporting documentation and assist with drafting correspondence reports and client communications
• Serve as a reliable point of contact for case-related follow-up and status tracking across active matters

QUALIFICATIONS

• Paralegal Certificate Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5 years of paralegal experience in bankruptcy restructuring creditors rights or complex commercial litigation
• Demonstrated experience with e-filing in federal and/or state courts
• Strong docketing and deadline management skills
• Excellent organizational writing and proofreading abilities
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent matters independently and as part of a team

WHY YOU WILL LOVE WORKING HERE

This firm has been a cornerstone of New Jerseys legal community for over 50 years and the culture reflects it. Youll work alongside attorneys who are leaders in their fields on matters that carry real-world weight. Youll have access to a strong benefits package a physical wellness amenity on-site and a team that genuinely values the people who keep complex cases running. If youre a seasoned paralegal who thrives in a substantive detail-driven environment and wants to grow within a firm that recognizes your impact this is the role for you.

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Requirements: Must haves: 3 yrs of bankruptcy/restructuring experience. Legal Assistants welcomed

• Nice to haves: paralegal cert/bachelors degree. Direct Chapter 11 or Chapter 7 experience familiarity with PACER/ECF claim reconciliation background.

• Preferred Years as Associate: 5

• Additional context: Relocation- yesno. Packages - yesno

• Salary Bands (Only if attorney role):

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Quick Recruiter Reference

Established NJ law firm (Roseland) with 50 year history in public finance redevelopment and bankruptcy/restructuring seeks an experienced paralegal to support its Bankruptcy & Restructuring and Litigation Services practices. Role handles federal and state court filings case management discovery support and client coordination across Chapter 7 Chapter 11 and commercial insolvency matters. Full-time on-site.

Recruiters Submission: To submit cancel - Bankruptcy Paralegal - McManimon Scotland & Bauman - JPC 1197 - Source

*New Job Order Alert*

• Client job title: Bankruptcy Paralegal

• Location: Roseland NJ

• On-site hybrid remote: On-site

• Experience: 3

• Good fit job titles/keywords for candidates: Bankruptcy Paralegal Restructuring Paralegal Creditors Rights Paralegal Commercial Litigation Paralegal Insolvency Paralegal Chapter 11 Paralegal Chapter 7 Paralegal Debtor Creditor Paralegal Legal Assistant Bankruptcy Docketing Paralegal e-filing ECF PACER claim reconciliation

• # of hires needed: 1

• Open or not to recruiters on TE: No

• Job posting strategy (bottom of package details): Par 5 yrs bankruptcy Roseland