Legal Assistant/Paralegal- Bankruptcy

Padgett Law Group (PLG) is an elite, full-service creditors' rights law firm with practices in Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, Arkansas, Texas, Ohio, Indiana, Pennsylvania, Mississippi, Alabama, New Jersey, Kentucky, and Illinois. Additionally, PLG offers national bankruptcy, replevin, and loss mitigation services. The firm’s practice provides exclusive representation to institutional clients such as lenders, mortgage servicers, credit unions, banks, hedge funds, investors and other financial services industry stakeholders. At Padgett Law Group, our mission is to attract and retain the most talented individuals within our industry while delivering high-quality legal services to our clients. We believe in the values of People, Precision, and Performance. ## What’s in it for you? As a full-time PLG employee, you will receive: - 4 weeks of PTO from day one, which increases with tenure - Paid Parental and Grandparent Leave - 7 Paid Company Holidays and your birthday off every year - Healthcare insurance options including health, dental, vision, STD, LTD, Accident, Critical Illness, Voluntary Life and AD&D coverage - Company-covered Term Life Insurance, AD&D Insurance, and Employee Assistance Program - 401(k) with company match - Extensive Training and Development Opportunities - Flexible work schedules including in-office, hybrid, and remote working capabilities ## Essential Duties and Responsibilities - Assist with the research and preparation of legal pleadings for Chapter 7, 11, and 13 bankruptcy cases. - Monitor cases through court dockets, ensuring all court deadlines are met. - Keep case management system and client communication systems updated with current status of cases. - Communicate with outside parties during the entire bankruptcy process. - Develop and maintain congenial relationships with business associates and clients. - Provide exceptional customer service to clients at every level of interaction. - Provide support to attorneys in a high-volume, time-sensitive atmosphere. ## Requirements ## Qualifications - Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience. Paralegal Certification preferred but not required. - Prior experience in an office setting preferred. Prior legal support or bankruptcy experience is a plus but not required. - Ability to navigate and multitask through multiple systems. - Demonstrated attention to detail and excellent communication skills. - High-level proficiency in MS Office Suite. ## Physical Demands and Work Environment - Prolonged time sitting at a desk typing, using, and looking at a computer.Additional entry-level opportunities are available with thorough training provided. ## Schedule, Compensation & Benefits The position is expected to work Monday through Friday, during general business hours. The company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision insurance, short-term disability, life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, and a 401(k) plan.