Bankruptcy Attorney

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A law firm is seeking a Bankruptcy Attorney for their Duluth, GA, office. Here are the job details:

Job Overview: The Bankruptcy Attorney will be responsible for providing legal counsel to clients regarding bankruptcy matters, including preparing and reviewing legal documents, representing clients in bankruptcy proceedings, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

Duties:

• Meeting with prospective clients to ascertain the appropriate chapter of bankruptcy and qualification.
• Review of chapter 7 and 13 petitions, schedules, SOFA, means test, and chapter 13 plans.
• Meeting with clients to execute all required documents.
• Preparation and attendance at 341 Meeting of Creditors with the client.
• Monitoring Chapter 7 cases for any post-filing requirements.
• Monitoring Chapter 13 cases post-filing for objections, resolving said objections, and preparing the case for confirmation.
• Communicate with trustees to resolve any issues, problems, and objections.
• Preparing any miscellaneous post-confirmation motions, as well as defending any MFRs or MTDs.
• Supervise and monitor assigned paralegal/s for their required responsibilities.
• Conduct legal research using Lexis-Nexis and Westlaw to support legal proceedings and provide accurate and timely advice to clients.
• Draft/review legal documents, including contracts and pleadings, and obtain client consent and required signatures.
• Provide legal advice and guidance to clients on various matters.
• Manage and prioritize multiple cases and deadlines effectively.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar Association of Georgia.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to draft legal documents with precision and attention to detail.
• Experience in legal drafting, negotiation, and litigation.
• Proficiency in conducting legal research using Lexis-Nexis and Westlaw.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with a team.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Experienced with bankruptcy preparation software.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
400 Perimeter Center Ter NE Ste 900
Atlanta
Georgia
United States 30346
Phone : 770-450-2000
Fax : (213) 895-7306