Restructuring Paralegal - Chicago or New York

Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP • Chicago, IL

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP is looking for a Restructuring Paralegal to support the Restructuring Department. Willkie is an elite international law firm of approximately 1,300 lawyers located in 16 offices in six countries. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years’ experience handling restructuring matters in a large firm. The Restructuring Paralegal will conduct legal research, manage case files, and support bankruptcy trial and hearing preparation throughout the lifecycle of debtor and committee cases. This role involves drafting bankruptcy documents, coordinating court filings, and preparing fee applications to support attorneys and ensure adherence to legal standards. Candidates should be proactive, detail-oriented, and able to balance multiple projects independently. Ideal candidate will be based in Chicago or New York. At Willkie, we believe great people are the key to our success. We are offering a highly competitive compensation package with exceptional benefits. If you are looking to work in a friendly, collaborative environment that affords unique opportunities to expand your professional development, this role is for you.

Requirements

• Three to five years’ experience in a law firm
• Familiarity with bankruptcy laws and practices and of local rules for various jurisdictions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong technical, administrative, and multi-tasking skills
• Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with attorneys and clients
• Ability to sit at a desk most of the working day and walk short distances
• Needs manual dexterity, speed, and accuracy in handling office equipment
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately in an atmosphere of frequent interruption
• Ability to work in close proximity to other individuals
• Ability to carry light objects, e.g., files, small objects, and supplies a short distance

Nice To Haves

• Notary certification a plus but not required

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain case files, monitor dockets, and track critical case deadlines across multiple simultaneous matters
• Assist with first day filing preparation and coordinate all phases of case administration
• Prepare monthly fee statements and interim and final fee applications
• Review time entries for compliance with U.S. Trustee guidelines
• Manage and format documents in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe PDF consistent with firm standards
• Conduct legal research using Lexis, Westlaw, and other legal databases, including precedent searches, fact research, and locating relevant cases and statutes
• Perform cite-checking, fact-checking, and Shepardizing in accordance with the Bluebook
• Draft standard bankruptcy documents, including hearing agendas, proofs of service, proofs of claim, notices, motions, petitions, and other pleadings for court filing
• Prepare and file documents through CM/ECF systems and submit proofs of claim through claims agent websites
• Coordinate service of documents in compliance with applicable rules
• Assist with all phases of bankruptcy trial and hearing preparation, ensuring that materials are accurate, complete, and filed in a timely manner
• Perform other assigned duties

Benefits

• highly competitive compensation package
• exceptional benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed