Ardelle Associates is seeking a bankruptcy paralegal to support the United States Department of Justice - Trustee Program in Houston, TX. Candidate should have substantial experience in bankruptcy matters , including case intake, federal and state court filings, knowledge of bankruptcy case management software, strong communication skills, the ability to collaborate effectively with clients, attorneys, and staff in a fast-paced environment.

Duties

• Provides legal support services requiring specialized knowledge in bankruptcy, including title 11, United States Code (U.S.C.), and specifically, Chapter 7 (Liquidation), Chapter 13 (Adjustment of Debts), and Chapter 11 (Reorganization).
• Examines and evaluates case information for worthiness for enforcement action consistent with Program policies and applicable law;
• Electronically file documents with various courts
• Prepare files and notes for hearings.
• Ability to conduct research using various research tools, including the Internet, Westlaw, Dunn & Bradstreet, Pacer, and other Bankruptcy software.
• Notes and corrects case file deficiencies;
• Reviews and analyzes available precedents relevant to cases;
• Determines the need for additional information, evidence, and witnesses, and plans a comprehensive approach to obtain this information;
• Through interviews, documents, and review of records on operations, looks for and evaluates the relevance and worth of evidence;
• Interviews potential witnesses for information and prepares witnesses for court appearances;
• Makes sound recommendations to the supervisor, consistent with Program policy and applicable law.
• Work closely with the assigned attorney or government official to provide required assistance and he/she is readily available;
• Consult prescribed sources of information for facts relating to matters of interest to the Program;
• Review documents to extract selected data and information relating to specific items;
• Review cases for specific indicia and make recommendations concerning additional information which should be requested;
• Attend hearings or court appearances to become informed on administrative and/or court procedures and the status of cases and prepare written reports concerning observations;
• Communicate orally and in writing in a professional manner with attorneys, parties, court personnel and others;
• Timely and accurately enter information into systems, including calendars, files and program system databases (ACMS, SARS, etc.);
• Review, sort, deliver and save electronic and paper mail and other communications;
• Assist with file creation, preparation and organization; and
• Assist with preparation for hearings, including the preparation and organization of pleadings, exhibits, witnesses and other related matters.

Qualifications

Skills in Case File analysis & evaluation; Ability to identify discrepancies; Review precedents; Data management; Pre-Trial preparation; Interviewing clients.

Bachelor's Degree

Paralegal Certificate preferred

5+ years paralegal experience including providing legal bankruptcy support

Federal Background Investigation required

Candidates with active federal clearances may be given special consideration

Job Types: Contract, Temporary

Pay: $34.96 - $39.37 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Paralegal experience: 3 years (Required)
• Bankruptcy: 4 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Houston, TX 77002 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Houston, TX 77002: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person