Bankruptcy Attorney

Brock & Scott • Columbia, SC

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About The Position

Brock & Scott, PLLC is seeking an attorney for its Bankruptcy Department. The role is based in South Carolina and requires admission to practice in both the state and federal courts of South Carolina. The attorney will represent creditors and oversee and collaborate with support staff on drafting and reviewing bankruptcy-related documentation. The role involves managing bankruptcy matters from inception through post-judgment remedies and may require travel to courts throughout South Carolina.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.
• Admission to the South Carolina bar in state and federal courts, with CM/ECF filing credentials.
• 2–5 years of experience representing creditors in bankruptcy or insolvency matters.
• Strong knowledge of secured creditor issues.
• Detail-oriented, with excellent multitasking and prioritization skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment and with senior management.
• Must currently reside within the firm's geographic footprint: AL, CT, FL, GA, IN, KY, ME, MD, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NC, OH, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, VT, VA, or WV.
• Successful completion of required pre-employment screenings and verifications, which may include a criminal background check, conflict of interest check, employment and education verification, and pre-employment drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Represent creditors in bankruptcy proceedings.
• Oversee and collaborate with support staff in drafting and reviewing documentation related to bankruptcy matters.
• Manage all aspects of the bankruptcy process, including plan confirmation, motions for relief, contested matters, adversary proceedings, and related legal proceedings.
• Review statutorily required notices, correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents.
• Prepare and respond to written inquiries or disputes efficiently.
• Attend and argue motions and hearings before South Carolina courts.
• Participate in mediation sessions.
• Provide legal counsel to clients throughout the bankruptcy process.

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Voluntary life insurance.
• Voluntary vision insurance.
• Critical illness insurance.
• Basic life insurance coverage after the 90-day introductory period, equal to one times annual salary, with a $25,000 minimum and $200,000 maximum, at no cost.
• Paid holidays, including six firm-recognized holidays and one Day of Observance.
• 18 days of PTO per year, accruing monthly; PTO increases after two and five years of employment.
• Eligibility to participate in the firm's 401(k) plan after six months of service for employees over age 21, beginning at the next quarter.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree