Sr. Bankruptcy Paralegal

• (26000262)

Responsibilities

• File pro hac vices, notices of appearance, motions, notices of presentment, notices of cancellation, and other documents via ECF/PACER/PacerPro in jurisdictions such as Delaware, SDNY, SDTX, and New Jersey
• Communicate with clients and local counsel regarding filing, process, and case administration matters
• Support both debtor-side and creditor-side matters in complex Chapter 11 and out-of-court restructuring
• Cite-check and proofread briefs, motions, and exhibits
• Supervise, train, and mentor junior paralegals
• Manage docket and case calendars across multiple active bankruptcy matters, tracking deadlines for filings, hearings, and claims bar dates
• Provide administrative support for adversary proceedings, including automatic stay disputes, avoidance actions, and claims objections
• Prepare trial and hearing materials, including exhibit lists, binders, and witness lists
• Conduct legal research using tools such as Westlaw and Courtlink
• Familiarity with invoicing, billing, and preparation of fee applications for restructuring matters

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience with Bankruptcy Court procedures and practices, including prior work in a law firm's bankruptcy group representing debtors and creditors in complex Chapter 11 matters
• Familiarity with the Chapter 11 reorganization process and related documents (e.g., SoFAs, fee applications, disclosure statements, plans of reorganization)
• Experience e-filing in both U.S. Bankruptcy and U.S. District Courts, with proficiency in CM/ECF and PACER
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Strong sense of accountability, with the ability to take ownership of projects and proactively resolve issues
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational skills
• Ability to assess information, anticipate issues and outcomes, and make effective decisions
• Ability to manage multiple requests, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Excellent teamwork skills and a strong client service orientation
• Flexibility to work overtime as required

Salary

$100,000 - $115,000 (non-exempt). Paul, Weiss offers competitive compensation and benefits packages. The firm considers a number of factors when determining compensation, including, but not limited to, education, years of experience, levels of experience, competency levels and other relevant skills and qualifications.

Disclaimer Statement

The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required.

Organization Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP

Work Locations 1285 Avenue of Americas, New York, NY 10019-6064

Job Posting Aug 14, 2026, 3:57:19 PM