• Paralegal

    Robert Half Legal (Morristown, NJ)


    Description

    Robert Half is seeking an experienced Bankruptcy Paralegal to join our client’s dynamic team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, supporting attorneys and court professionals in all phases of bankruptcy and restructuring matters. If you have strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills, this could be the perfect role for you!

     

    Pay Rate: $30–$40/hour (DOE)

     

    Assignment Duration: 6+ months, with temp-to-hire potential

     

    Work Schedule: Onsite, 5 days per week (9am-5pm EST)

    Key Responsibilities:

    + Serve as a liaison between Judge’s chambers, court personnel, outside counsel, clients, and other parties via phone, mail, and email.

    + Prepare petitions, schedules, and statements of financial affairs, using tools like Bestcase in advance of bankruptcy filings.

    + Draft and prepare a wide range of court documents, including notices of appearance, pro hac vice applications, proofs of claim, and other motions or pleadings.

    + Manage e-filings via CM/ECF and ensure proper service or service coordination for bankruptcy-related matters.

    + Assist with monthly, interim, and final fee applications in accordance with applicable bankruptcy rules.

    + Conduct claim reconciliations for objections/distributions and support ordinary course and new value defense analysis for avoidance actions.

    + Perform PACER research to assist with business and client development efforts.

    + Coordinate conflict checks for Debtor and Committee work as needed.

    Requirements

    + •Education: Bachelor’s degree required; paralegal certification preferred but not mandatory.

    + Experience: Minimum of 3+ years as a Bankruptcy Paralegal or related experience in the bankruptcy and restructuring field.

    + Strong knowledge of state and federal bankruptcy processes, local rules, and procedures.

    + Proficient in technology platforms (e.g., Bestcase, CM/ECF) and standard office equipment.

    + Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

    + Demonstrated initiative with the ability to handle a large caseload and maintain professionalism.

    + Flexibility to accommodate workload demands during busy periods.

     

    Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

     

    Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

     

    All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

     

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