Junior Paralegal- Bankruptcy Litigation

Overview

Assist with commercial bankruptcy filings and collections for delinquent real estate accounts.

Key Responsibilities

• proof of claim
• ucc research
• electronic filing
• payment tracking
• case management
• accounting reconciliation

Tasks

Junior collections paralegal supporting attorneys with managing delinquent commercial real estate property accounts and handling documentation for legal proceedings for defaulted lease accounts and evictions. Reporting to senior paralegal with direction from in-house and outside counsel, accounting director, and finance director. Also works closely with collection account representatives. -Draft communications with retained counsel and or correspondence to Debtor’s counsel regarding stub rent, cure amounts or post-petition amounts due. -Communication with current and former tenants regarding payment plans, settlement payments, and general ledger questions. -Manage timelines: Track critical deadlines, such as Meeting of Creditors, Bar Dates, Court Hearings; Rejections and Assumptions, and Plan approval and Plan Effective Dates. -Assist with filing preparations: Gather and organize lease documents and financial documents in support of proof of claim. -Track tenant or former tenant payments periodically to ensure settlement or payment plans are timely. -Maintain case files electronically and keep organized and up to date with all relevant documentation. -UCC due diligence: conduct research for UCC liens against property left behind in demised property space. Issuance of lien holder interest letters. Coordinate with secure lenders for removal or storage of property from locations. -Prepare draft and finalize proof of claim. -Prepare credit memos for any open account receivable items on settled and judgment accounts. -Perform research and background checks on individuals, current tenants, and companies to investigate collectability. Analyze information and prepare reports and spreadsheets necessary for collections. -File electronically proof of claim via agent website site or ECF and ensure all submissions comply with federal and local court rules. -Perform accounting related functions necessary to collections. Reconcile attorney bills. Ensure appropriate billing and proper charge back to property. -Assist with collection of leasing documents, ledger accounts, and discovery related items for outside counsel. -Maintain case files electronically and keep organized and up to date with all relevant documentation. Maintain calendar for hearings, deadlines, and mediation. -Coordinate high volume of collection matters, manage tenant defaults for payment and or eviction with outside counsel.

Requirements

• litigation docs
• communication
• ms office
• law degree
• 3+ years
• organization

What You Bring

-Knowledge in preparing and processing of all documents used in civil litigation, as well as legal forms related to bankruptcy collections. -Communication skills for interacting with various parties, tenants, outside counsel, and internal employees. -Ability to work independently with thoroughness and accuracy in challenging environment. -Experience in computer software, including MS Word, Excel, and Outlook. -4- year degree preferred, minimum 2-year degree and minimum (3) years’ experience in a law firm or commercial collections with knowledge of bankruptcy, judgments, and collections civil litigation relative to commercial real estate, and landlord-tenant matters. -Excellent organizational skills, prioritizing tasks and efficient productivity.

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Benefits

COMMERCIAL BANKRUPTCY – CHAPTER 11 AND 13 Pay Range: $30.00 - $35.00 Hourly

About Benderson Development

-Now in its third generation, headquartered in Florida. Portfolio spans market-dominant shopping centers, grocery-anchored hubs, modern warehouses, office & medical campuses. -Typical projects involve revitalizing underperforming or vacant properties into vibrant destinations—from malls to industrial parks. -Standout landmark: transformed a former shell excavation in Sarasota into Nathan Benderson Park, now a world-class rowing venue. -Unusual fact: the firm ‘Bendersizes’ assets—customizes redevelopment to unlock hidden value by transforming spaces to meet emerging needs.

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