Description:
Position Summary:Associate Attorney position responsible for representing creditors in bankruptcy matters in Texas.
Essential Duties / Primary Responsibilities:
- Interact with and aid clients and staff in a professional and diligent manner.
- Prepare various Motions, Objections to Plan, Payment Change Notices, Fee Notices and Orders associated with representation of clients in bankruptcy matters.
- Attend various court hearings associated with representation of clients in bankruptcy matters.
- Manage assigned caseload in manner that meets goals and client expectations.
- Handle escalated and time sensitive matters as needed.
- Maintain a close and positive relationship with the other attorneys and staff for our firm to ensure that the workflow is smooth and productive – also serves as a quality control for the team members.
- To be able to maintain a positive and professional relationship with clients to ensure that their needs are being met. Assist with other duties and special projects as needed.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor of Law
- Preferred (but not required) Two to Five years of Bankruptcy experience in Chapter 7, 11 and 13 cases representing lenders and creditors, including attendance at court hearings representing clients.
- Must be admitted to the Texas state bar or the United States Bankruptcy Courts in Texas and must be in good standing.
- Should be admitted to practice in the Federal District Courts in Texas or have eligibility requirements satisfied to get admitted.
- Prior bankruptcy experience is preferred but not required
- Must be proficient with numbers and basic accounting
General Competency Factors:
- Must be proficient in software tools, including but not limited to Word, Excel, Outlook, and the Internet.
- Must possess strong written and verbal communications skills.
- Must provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers
- Identifies and solves issues in a timely manner.
- Must be a team player and willing to help others in their department whenever necessary.
- Must be extremely organized and be able to multi-task.
- Conscientious with respect to work completion, deadlines, time management and attendance.
- Takes initiative in face of obstacles and identifies what needs to be done and takes action.
- Demonstrates commitment to Firm's vision, mission, and core values.
- Analytical and detail oriented, while working at a fast pace and capable of multi-tasking.
- Develops professional relationships and builds rapport with others.
- Overall good work ethic and willingness to adapt to change.