Job Description

Are you a recent law school graduate looking to work with experienced attorneys and paralegals who will give you opportunities to further your legal career? If so, we are looking for you! Our firm is hiring an associate attorney who will support us by conducting legal research, drafting documents, maintaining client files, and assisting with legal counsel. The ideal candidate will have some courtroom experience and strong legal research and writing skills. If you’re ready to jump-start your growth in the industry and learn how to strategize in the courtroom to successfully represent clients, reach out to us today! Compensation- $80,000 - $100,000 yearly plus profit-sharing bonus. We offer medical insurance and a 401(k) plan Responsibilities:

• Draft documents such as correspondence, pleadings, motions, briefs, affidavits, settlement agreements, and contracts to be used proceedings and contract negotiations
• Keep files organized to make sure the most recent updates are accessible to other attorneys, paralegals, and staff
• Perform legal research, prepare for and attend hearings or other legal proceedings, and give general counsel under the supervision of senior associate attorneys
• Resolve cases efficiently by using communicating effectively with and working alongside senior attorneys and paralegals
• Review client issues on legal matters, analyze available options, and diligently work to determine the best course of action
• Onboard new clients
• Attend Meeting of Creditors for Chapter 7 and Chapter 13
• Attend Court hearings
• Communicate with clients
• Communicate with the courts
• Communicate with the trustees
• Follow up with clients for documents
• Review Petition and Schedules
• Analyze clients' financial situations
• Provide Solutions to Clients
• Prepare Motions and Briefs
• Willing to pursue a career in bankruptcy

Qualifications:

• Member in good standing and actively involved with the ABA (American Bar Association)
• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree required from an accredited law school
• Ability to work with senior attorneys to best serve client needs and grow our client base
• Exceptional communication skills and problem-solving skills needed in order to work with all levels of staff and our clients
• Successful completion of the bar exam
• Experienced Bankruptcy attorney
• Must be organized
• Must have good communication skills
• Must be willing to seek self-improvement

About Company: We are a consumer bankruptcy law firm that believes in the core values of: No GossipHonesty and IntegrityGrowth OrientedNo DramaPersonal ResponsibilityWe help people find relief from their debts, and we continue to make sure they are protected after they are done with their bankruptcy.

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