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Texas Senior Litigation Attorney Jobs in Plano, TX at Miller George & Suggs PLLC
Position Overview:
Come join our team! A paralegal/legal administrator in a Chapter 13 Trustee’s Office assists the Trustee with the administration and oversight of Chapter 13 bankruptcy cases. Chapter 13 of the Bankruptcy Code involves the restructuring and repayment of debts over time. This position involves reviewing bankruptcy filings, drafting documents, managing communications with debtor and creditor attorneys, and assisting the Trustee in ensuring compliance with the bankruptcy plan and court orders. The paralegal ensures that the Chapter 13 cases are processed efficiently, accurately, and in accordance with the law. A paralegal certificate and book-keeping or accounting experience are preferred but not required.
The position offers the potential for advancement to a supervisory role, a flexible work schedule, casual dress code and generous benefits.
A higher starting salary is available based on experience.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Confirm cases in the Chapter 13 specialized software. Determine feasibility of cases using specified software and formulas. Review claims, correspondence, plans, and schedules of assigned cases.
2. Review and workup of case filed prior to First Meeting of Creditors for the trustee. Identify discrepancies for the trustee’s review.
3. Review and prepare files for confirmation hearings for the staff attorney and/or trustee.
4. Notify trustee or staff attorney if case negatively impacted due to changes in the current feasibility of plan.
5. Review and handle Modified plans for assigned cases.
6. Input claims to ensure disbursement of funds to creditors in assigned cases. Identify and generate objections to claims that are filed inaccurately
Personal Attributes:
1. Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
2. Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet deadlines.
3. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
4. Strong writing skills and attention to detail, especially in preparation and filing of documents.
5. Good computer skills and a willingness to learn
Benefits include:
1. Paid Federal Holidays
2. Annual and sick leave accrual
3. 401(k)
4. Health insurance
5. Flexible Spending Accounts
Please send a resume and three references
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $51,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Free parking
Health insurance
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
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Title: Texas Senior Litigation Attorney
Company: Miller George & Suggs PLLC
Location: Plano, TX
