Bankruptcy Attorney

A law firm seeks a Bankruptcy Attorney for its Rockville, MD, location:

Job Overview:

The Bankruptcy Attorney will be responsible for drafting bankruptcy motions and filings, attending hearings, communicating with clients and staff, managing a high volume of files, and maintaining data integrity in a case management system. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, a proficient communicator, and capable of multitasking effectively.

Responsibilities:

• Draft bankruptcy motions and other filings
• Attend hearings and court appearances
• Communicate with clients, internal staff, and others to ensure cases are handled appropriately
• Prioritize and manage a high volume of files with great attention to detail and under strict deadlines
• Perform quality control reviews of documents and staff work
• Demonstrate proficiency in inputting and maintaining information into a case management system to ensure data integrity

Requirements:

• Must be MD barred; DC or VA is a plus
• 2+ years of experience preferred, but recently licensed attorneys with relevant backgrounds are encouraged to apply
• Experience representing banks and mortgage servicers or general real estate or litigation experience is a plus

Education & Certifications:

• JD from an accredited law school
• Bar admission in Maryland is required; DC or VA admission is a plus

Skills:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Ability to multitask effectively
• Works well in a group or individually
• Substantive bankruptcy knowledge

Benefits Offered:

• Medical, dental, vision, Rx, and life insurance
• Optional supplemental insurance (employee paid), including cancer and critical care and personal sickness indemnity
• Employer-paid Long and Short Term Disability insurance
• 401K
• Paid Time Off
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Bar renewal and other attorney fee reimbursements
• Free access to Westlaw for research and CLE credits
• Flex Time
• Casual working environment
• Learning and professional development training opportunities for both personal and professional growth
• Employee Assistance Plan, offering free 24/7 counseling and consulting services to support emotional health and wellbeing
• Employee Discount Program
• Free parking