Experienced Paralegal – Bankruptcy 

Job Description

Kelley Kronenberg’s nationally recognized Creditor's Rights and Bankruptcy practice is expanding! We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Bankruptcy Paralegal with a background in representing lenders and financial institutions. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive, detail-oriented professional to join a dynamic team and manage a multi-state caseload.

This hybrid position will be based in our Fort Lauderdale headquarters. If you are passionate about bankruptcy law, thrive in a collaborative environment, and seek a firm that genuinely values work-life balance, we encourage you to apply.

Why Kelley Kronenberg?

Our firm has been recognized by the Florida Sun-Sentinel as a "Top Workplace," and we pride ourselves on fostering a culture that prioritizes employee growth, well-being, and professional development. We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and a career path where you can excel. With multiple office locations across Florida, you gain the flexibility to work in a location that suits you best.

What You'll Do

As a key member of our Bankruptcy team, you will provide critical support to our attorneys. Your essential functions will include:

• Calendar and Docket Management: Maintain and manage attorney calendars by scheduling all deadlines, hearings, and mediations. You will ensure all judicial and client deadlines are met through meticulous tracking and coordination with opposing counsel and court staff.

• Pleading and Motion Drafting: Take the lead in drafting a wide range of bankruptcy pleadings and notices, including but not limited to:

  • Proofs of Claim (secured and unsecured)

  • Motions for Relief from Stay and Motions for Adequate Protection

  • Objections to Confirmation

  • Reaffirmation Agreements

  • Responses to Motions to Value, Strip Lien, or Sell

  • Notices of Payment Change and Final Cure

• Court Filings and Research: Handle all electronic filings through the bankruptcy court’s CM/ECF system. You will also run and review PACER dockets in all Florida jurisdictions to identify and resolve case issues in collaboration with the attorney.

• Client and Case Management: Maintain accurate and current information in our internal case management system. You will be responsible for providing timely updates to clients via email and vendor management systems (LPS/Black Knight and Tempo).

• Communication: Build and maintain positive professional relationships by communicating effectively with clients, opposing counsel, judicial assistants, and court clerks.

• Specialized Procedures: Demonstrate familiarity with specialized processes like the bankruptcy court’s Mortgage Modification Mediation (MMM) program and the DMM Portal.

What We're Looking For

• Experience: A minimum of 3 years of paralegal experience in bankruptcy law is required.

• Creditor's Rights Focus: Verifiable experience representing the creditor/lender side (banks, mortgage servicers, financial institutions) is essential. A working legal knowledge of foreclosure and real estate transactions is also required.

• Technical Proficiency: High proficiency with the MS Office Suite, Adobe, PACER, and CM/ECF systems. Hands-on experience working in client systems like LPS/Black Knight or Tempo is a must.

• Attention to Detail: You must be capable of working in an accurate, detail-oriented, and highly productive manner.

• Initiative and Autonomy: We are looking for a proactive individual who can take direction and work effectively with little supervision.

• Communication Skills: You must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and a professional demeanor for interacting with clients and court personnel.

• Team-Oriented: A collaborative spirit and a strong teamwork orientation are crucial for success in this role.

Apply Today!

If you're ready to advance your career and join a supportive, forward-thinking law firm, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to become a part of the Kelley Kronenberg team!