Bankruptcy Attorney
McMichael Taylor Gray, LLC
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Virginia • United States
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About the role
- Provide oversight and management of high-volume statewide bankruptcy matters.
- Ensure all appropriate actions are taken to expedite the firm’s files.
- Act as a liaison between the firm and clients, vendors, outside counsel, courts, trustees, and other foreclosure personnel.
- Review and execute Payment Change Notices, Post-Petition Fee Notices, Transfers of Claim, and Proofs of Claim.
- Conduct Chapter 13 Plan Reviews.
- Attend court hearings (both virtual and in person as indicated).
- Prepare Motions for Relief from the Automatic Stay, Objections to Chapter 13 Plan, and various pleadings associated with the representation of secured creditors in bankruptcy matters.
- Manage assigned case load in a manner that meets goals and client expectations.
- Handle escalated and time sensitive matters as needed.
- Maintain accurate updates in client and firm management systems.
- Outline, prepare, and present pleadings and other legal documents.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
- Maintain an active membership in good standing with the State Bar of the states where you practice on behalf of the firm.
- Minimum of 3 years of bankruptcy experience.
- Exposure to chapter 7 and 11 cases and plan confirmation process a must.
- Experience in real estate, mortgage and/or commercial litigation strongly preferred.
- Knowledge of FDCPA, RESPA, TILA, as well as any applicable state and federal debt collection and real property law a plus.
- Experience in foreclosure and real estate law a plus; if none, must be willing to learn.
- Exceptional communication skills (oral and written).
- Ability to travel as needed.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
- Proficiency in legal research, writing, and document drafting.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Commitment to upholding ethical standards and maintaining client confidentiality.
Benefits
- Equal Opportunity Employer
- drug free workplace
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
bankruptcy experienceChapter 13 Plan ReviewsPayment Change NoticesPost-Petition Fee NoticesTransfers of ClaimProofs of ClaimMotions for Relief from the Automatic StayObjections to Chapter 13 Planlegal researchdocument drafting
Soft Skills
communication skillsdetail-orientedability to manage multiple tasksability to work independentlyability to work collaborativelycommitment to ethical standardsclient confidentiality
Certifications
Juris Doctor (J.D.)active membership in State Bar