Bankruptcy / Restructuring Paralegal

AM Law 100 NYC Firm seeks a Restructuring Paralegal, who will assist the firm's Restructuring lawyers in all aspects of their practice.

Responsibilities include:

· Assist in all aspects of the restructuring practice, including the Chapter 11 reorganization process, out-of-court workouts, and creditor/lender representations

· Analyze claims, objections and related documentation

· Cite-check, Shepardize, Bluebook and proofread court filings and memoranda

· Coordinate e-filing and service process with the Managing Attorney's office for federal/bankruptcy court

· Perform statistical and factual research and compiling data for analyses

· Assist in all phases of trials/mediations

· Handle ad hoc requests from the lawyers, researching targets and providing information

· Prepare fee applications and monthly fee statement narratives

· Assist in analyzing potential business opportunities, reviewing conflict reports, preparing and reviewing pitch materials

Qualifications:

· Bachelor's degree and 2-5 years' law firm restructuring or bankruptcy experience, preferably at an AmLaw 100 firm representing debtor and creditors in complex Chapter 11 and 7 cases

· Knowledge of Bankruptcy Court rules and procedures

· Strong written and oral communication skills

· Ability to quickly and proactively identify and analyze problems and develop solutions