Paralegal

We are always seeking talented, motivated, growth-minded, and creative individuals. Our firm is committed to providing employee support and advancement, while embracing inclusion and innovation as keys to a stronger future. We invite you to explore the position below and to submit your application to join our team! The Paralegal works with the growing Bankruptcy & Restructuring practice group and is assigned to specific client matters, projects, and/or attorney teams. The Paralegal will manage a high-volume docket of commercial/corporate bankruptcy and restructuring matters and serve as a primary point of contact for attorneys, clients, trustees, and court personnel on assigned matters, as appropriate and under attorney supervision. There is an annual billing component to this role. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Research, investigate, analyze, and summarize facts and factual issues relevant to the practice area. Draft, prepare, and revise bankruptcy pleadings and related documents, including but not limited to petitions, first-day motions, disclosure statements, proofs of claim, and fee applications. Prepare closing binders, including organizational documents, legal opinions, and related materials. Electronically file documents via CM/ECF in various U.S. Bankruptcy Courts and related systems, ensuring compliance with applicable rules, local procedures, and filing requirements, and maintain and update service lists. Track critical deadlines, hearings, and case milestones; maintain and update case management systems, calendars, deal status logs, and post-closing tracking tools. Take appropriate action to monitor and meet deadlines, establish priorities, and work concurrently on a variety of cases and projects. Maintain the firm’s official file utilizing the document management system and ensure that documents are organized, up to date, and easily accessible. Conduct factual and procedural research using PACER, court dockets, and other databases; review and download court dockets and bankruptcy filings. Assist in preparing case summaries, timelines, and status reports for internal and client use. Prepare and organize exhibits, hearing binders, agendas, CNO/COC binders, and trial notebooks in connection with bankruptcy hearings and related proceedings. Coordinate hearing logistics, including scheduling, notices, and service in consultation with attorneys and relevant court rules. Draft notices, CNO/COC, pro hac vice motions, proposed orders, affidavits, and other filings, including joint administrative motions, motions to extend claim objection deadlines, removal motions, non-substantive claim objections, and retention applications. Assist attorneys with preparation for hearings, §341 meetings, depositions, and trials, including assembling materials, witness lists, and supporting documentation. Arrange for court reporters, interpreters, and other vendors as needed in connection with hearings, depositions, and other proceedings. Perform paralegal duties and responsibilities as directed by the group leader and other attorneys in the assigned substantive practice group. Perform all assignments in strict compliance with ethical guidelines governing the practice of law and firm policies. Receive and follow complex instructions, exercising sound judgment and attention to detail. Track and record client‑billable time and non‑billable hours accurately, meeting minimum billable hour requirements. Maintain and prioritize daily workload and communicate promptly if unable to meet daily responsibilities or deadlines. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to use sound judgment and good discretion. Ability to effectively and professionally provide quality client service to both internal and external clients. Ability to manage multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment. Demonstrate a willingness to learn and develop skills. Willingness and ability to accept changing assignments and priorities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Excel, Outlook, Word). Experience or knowledge using restructuring financial research tools, such as reorg.org, debtwire, and capitaliq. Excellent grammar, punctuation, and proofreading skills. Ability to work independently and use initiative in accomplishing routine assignments with minimum supervision. Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s degree. Minimum of eight (8) years of paralegal experience in the bankruptcy and restructuring practice areas, specifically working on corporate Chapter 11 debtor and/or creditor matters. Certificate from an ABA-approved paralegal program preferred. Experience with database file management systems, such as iManage and other records management systems. The Firm will comply with any applicable city or state workplace mandates in effect in regards to Covid-19. This position description is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of the job. The statements contained in the position description are not necessarily all-inclusive and additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned as determined by business needs. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. By applying for this position, you agree and understand that Troutman Pepper Locke will process your Personal Information pursuant to the terms of our Worker and Applicant Global Privacy Notice. If you have questions about our data handling practices, or you are a resident of California, the United Kingdom, or the European Union and wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at privacy@troutman.com. Equal Employment Opportunity Troutman Pepper Locke adheres to a policy of equal opportunity and will make all employment decisions, which include hiring, promotion, transfer, demotion, evaluation, compensation and separation, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, pregnancy, citizenship, disability, genetic information, marital or armed forces status and any other classification as protected by law. Compensation is dependent on several factors, such as position, location, market, education, training, and/or experience. Hiring Salary Range: $85,000.00 - $125,000.00 About Us Your experience is our difference. We aim to make a tangible and lasting difference for you and your business. As a client of our firm, you can expect us to be ahead of the curve in your industry, start closer to the right answer on your issue, and create more value. What drives you, drives us. Troutman Pepper Locke helps clients solve complex legal challenges and achieve their business goals in an ever-changing global economy. As a firm of more than 1,600 attorneys in 35 offices in the U.S., UK, and EU, including the 10 largest U.S. legal markets, we serve clients ranging from multinational companies to new market entrants across all major industry sectors, and offer differentiated experience in energy, financial services, health care and life sciences, insurance and reinsurance, private equity, and real estate. We put clients first. This service ethic manifests itself in everything we do, including through Troutman Plus, our market-leading client value program. Through Troutman Plus, we collaborate with clients to understand their unique needs and deliver customized solutions that add real value to their business. A true service culture thrives on an inclusive environment of mutual support and collaboration — values we emphasize at every level of our firm. Delivering the best service to you depends on a work environment that embraces respect, inclusiveness, and teamwork, empowering every individual to contribute. The best ideas emerge when everyone has a seat at the table. Corporate responsibility is central to our mission as we reach out to the communities we serve in meaningful partnerships and pro bono work. Individuals and groups firmwide contribute time and talent to the civic, cultural, charitable, educational, and professional organizations that matter to them.