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PrincePerelson & Associates Paralegal (Bankruptcy/Creditor Rights) in Salt Lake City, Utah
Paralegal (Bankruptcy/Creditor Rights)
Salt Lake City, UT
$95K+ DOE/year
Our client, a highly regarded and growing law firm in Salt Lake City, is seeking a Litigation Paralegal in their Bankruptcy/Creditor Rights division. Ideal candidates will possess 5+ years of litigation experience as a Paralegal and have experience in bankruptcy and/or creditor rights. This role will support a highly successful team and play a pivotal role in moving cases forward and providing support to the Attorneys. This firm offers excellent growth opportunities and fosters a great working environment.
What will the Paralegal be doing?
Assisting Attorneys with a variety of tasks related to litigation, bankruptcy, creditor rights and foreclosures
Preparing and editing pleadings and motions for federal, state, and bankruptcy courts
Overseeing the discovery process
Indexing and tracking document discovery
Summarizing, analyzing, and editing legal documents
Performing state and federal court searches
Liaising with internal and external partners
Overseeing national business entity research for states of domestication and principal information
UCC searches and filings
Preparing and filing proofs of claim in bankruptcy cases
Preparing personal property and real foreclosure notices
Preparing and indexing materials for depositions, trial, arbitration, and mediation
Summarizing depositions and transcripts
Preparing subpoenas
Managing billable hours
Assisting Attorneys with other duties as assigned
What is required?
5+ years of experience as a Paralegal
5+ years of litigation experience
Bankruptcy and/or creditor rights experience
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience highly desired
Paralegal Certification a plus
Familiarity with real and personal property foreclosures
Highly proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
Proficiency with state, federal, and bankruptcy court filing
Highly professional written and verbal communication skills
Excellent attention to detail
High degree of organization
Strong aptitude for learning
Ability to work independently and with a team
Ability to manage confidential information
Ability to work overtime as needed
Perks?
Excellent benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Lift, STD/LTD)
401(K) with company match
Profit sharing
PTO, paid holidays
Bonus potential
Flexibility
Opportunities for professional growth
Law firm hours (37.5 hours/week)
PrincePerelson & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we do not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States.