Associate Bankruptcy Attorney

Robertson Anschutz Schneid Crane and Partners PLLC

$80K — $120K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in bankruptcy law preferably representing secured creditors
  • Comprehensive knowledge of the Bankruptcy Code and Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure
  • License to practice law in New York
  • Admittance to District and/or Bankruptcy Courts in NY
  • Strong communication and time management skills

Responsibilities

  • Manage routine bankruptcy matters primarily
  • Draft and review pleadings and claims relevant to bankruptcy cases
  • Attend and represent clients at scheduled hearings
  • Respond to general bankruptcy inquiries across the firm
  • Review client filings for accuracy and compliance
  • Monitor all electronic filings (ECFs) related to cases
  • Facilitate communication among clients, opposing counsel, and the Court

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Collaborative and supportive team environment
  • Engagement with a national practice and diverse client base
  • Access to a wealth of resources and legal tools
  • Participation in firm initiatives and networking events
Full Job Description
A full service creditor's rights law firm with a national bankruptcy practice is seeking an attorney with experience representing secured creditors in consumer Chapter 7, 11, and 13 bankruptcy cases. Ideal candidates are located in New York, or within commutable distance. A qualified candidate must have a working knowledge of the Bankruptcy Code and Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure. However, we are open to training the right team-oriented candidate with less experience. License to practice law in New York. Specific Job Responsibilities: • Primarily manages bankruptcy routine matters • Draft and review all pleadings and claims filed in the particular matter • Attends scheduled hearings • Responds to general firm wide bankruptcy inquiries • Review filings on behalf of the clients • Monitoring of all electronic filings (ECFs) • Resolving routine bankruptcy matters such as Motions for Relief, Objections to Confirmation, Proofs of claim, etc. • Regular communication with the client, opposing counsel and the Court Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Knowledge of bankruptcy rules/laws and general Creditor Rights laws • Computer Literacy Professionalism • Keyboard Skills Attention to detail • Time Management Communication Skills Required Education and Training: • Law degree - JD • Barred in New York • Located in New York (or within commutable distance) • Admitted to District and/or Bankruptcy Courts in NY

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