Associate Bankruptcy Attorney

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A law firm in Saratoga Springs, NY, is seeking an Associate Bankruptcy Attorney with 3+ years of experience representing creditors in Chapter 7, Chapter 11, and Chapter 13 bankruptcy matters. The attorney will be responsible for preparing and reviewing various legal documents, responding to court notifications, and representing clients in bankruptcy proceedings. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills are essential for this role.

Duties:

• Prepare and review motions for relief from stay for Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcies.
• Draft objections to Chapter 13 plans and responses to motions to value.
• Prepare oppositions to objections to claims.
• Review and interpret various legal and non-legal documents, including deeds of trusts, notes, assignments, property titles, dockets, and pleadings.
• Respond to court notifications and inquiries from clients, debtors, and debtors' attorneys.
• Make court appearances and represent clients in bankruptcy proceedings.
• Conduct case law research to support legal strategies.
• Handle all aspects of creditor representation with minimal or no supervision.
• Demonstrate excellent leadership skills and effective communication.
• Organize and manage caseload efficiently.

Requirements:

• 3+ years of bankruptcy experience representing creditors in Chapter 7, Chapter 11, and Chapter 13 bankruptcy matters.
• Admitted to practice and in good standing in New York and all federal bankruptcy courts.
• Admission to practice in other states is a plus.
• Experience in drafting pleadings, making court appearances, and conducting case law research.
• Proficiency in handling creditor representations independently.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational abilities.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to practice in New York and all federal bankruptcy courts.
• Admission to practice in other states (preferred).

Skills:

• Bankruptcy law knowledge.
• Legal document drafting and review.
• Court appearances and representation.
• Case law research.
• Leadership and organizational skills.
• Effective communication with clients and court.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306