Bankruptcy Paralegal or Legal Secretary

Are you an experienced legal professional who is passionate about helping individuals navigate their toughest financial situations? Our firm is looking for a dedicated Bankruptcy Paralegal or Legal Secretary to join our team in Louisiana, MO . We focus exclusively on Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 consumer bankruptcy . We represent real people (not corporations or creditors) and we take pride in providing a supportive environment for our clients during stressful times. The Role You will be an integral part of our legal team, ensuring that our clients' cases are handled with precision, empathy, and efficiency. This is a role for someone who is self-motivated, highly organized, and thrives in a deadline-driven environment. Key Responsibilities Drafting and preparing Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 petitions and schedules. Managing cases from initial intake through discharge. Electronic filing via CM/ECF. Communicating directly with clients to collect documentation and provide status updates. Communicating with court and trustee personnel. Maintaining a strict calendar of court deadlines and hearings.

Requirements Proven Experience:

Experience specifically in consumer bankruptcy (Chapter 7 & 13) is required. If you do not have relevant bankruptcy experience, please do not apply.

Technical Proficiency:

A working knowledge of CM/ECF filing is mandatory.

Communication Skills:

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills are essential for interacting with clients who are facing sensitive financial problems.

Attributes:

You must be respectful of deadlines, detail-oriented, and able to work collaboratively within a small team. How to Apply If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of our clients, we want to hear from you.

Please submit the following:

Current Resume Cover Letter explaining your relevant experience Professional References (at least 3)

Salary Requirements Job Type:

Full-time Work Location:

In person