Job Description
Job Title: Bankruptcy Litigation Paralegal
Location (city, state): San Diego, CA
Industry: Legal
Pay: $105,000 – $114,000 annually
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)
About Our Client:
Addison Group is partnering with our client, a well-established law firm, to hire a Bankruptcy Litigation Paralegal for their San Diego office.
Job Description:
The Bankruptcy Litigation Paralegal will provide substantive support to attorneys handling bankruptcy and insolvency matters involving debtor, creditor, trustee, and receiver representations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Draft and prepare bankruptcy pleadings, motions, notices, declarations, and related legal documents
- Assist with Chapter 11 case administration and bankruptcy case management
- Review claims, proofs of claim, and support objection strategies
- Prepare fee applications and supporting documentation
- Monitor court dockets and track critical deadlines across multiple jurisdictions
- Electronically file documents through CM/ECF in federal bankruptcy courts
- Coordinate service, noticing, and compliance with federal and local bankruptcy court procedures
- Support contested matters, adversary proceedings, and related litigation
- Collaborate with attorneys and staff across multiple offices and practice groups
- Manage competing priorities while maintaining accuracy and responsiveness
Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years of paralegal experience required
- At least 2 years of litigation experience strongly preferred
- Paralegal certificate or degree required
- Background in bankruptcy law and insolvency matters required
- Experience drafting motions and other legal pleadings
- Strong knowledge of CM/ECF e-filing in federal courts
- Familiarity with bankruptcy procedures and local court rules in California, Arizona, and/or Nevada preferred
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Strong communication skills and professional demeanor
Additional Details:
- Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Work Environment: Fully onsite
- Annual billable goal: 1,560 hours
Perks:
- Competitive compensation package
- Discretionary year-end bonus
- Stable, collaborative work environment with long-term growth potential