Bankruptcy Paralegal
A paralegal specializing in bankruptcy who prepares petitions, compiles financial schedules, manages creditor communications, and supports Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 cases.
A bankruptcy paralegal from DocketHire handles the document intensive, deadline driven work that bankruptcy practices demand. From preparing Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 petitions to compiling financial schedules, managing creditor matrices, and preparing means test calculations, your bankruptcy paralegal ensures every filing is accurate and complete before it reaches the court.
Bankruptcy cases require meticulous attention to financial details and strict compliance with procedural rules. An incomplete petition or a missed deadline can result in case dismissal and significant harm to your client. DocketHire bankruptcy paralegals understand the Bankruptcy Code, local rules, and the specific requirements of your jurisdiction's trustee panel.
Our bankruptcy paralegals work with clients to gather the financial documentation needed for petition preparation, including pay stubs, tax returns, bank statements, and debt records. They prepare the full petition package for attorney review, file with the bankruptcy court, and manage post-petition obligations including plan payments, trustee communications, and discharge tracking.
Key Tasks
- Prepare Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 petitions and all required schedules
- Complete means test calculations and financial analysis forms
- Compile and organize creditor matrices from client records
- Gather pay stubs, tax returns, bank statements, and other financial documents
- File petitions and related documents with the bankruptcy court
- Prepare and file Chapter 13 plan proposals and modifications
- Communicate with trustees regarding documentation and hearing requirements
- Monitor plan payment status and compliance deadlines
- Prepare motions for relief from stay, conversion, and dismissal
- Track discharge dates and prepare closing documentation
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