Job Description
Job Type
Full-time
Description McMichael Taylor Gray, LLC is seeking a
Bankruptcy Attorney licensed to practice law and in good standing in
Florida . The Bankruptcy Attorney will represent creditors and manage high-volume statewide bankruptcy matters. They will be responsible for expediting the firm’s files while liaising between the firm and various stakeholders. The position requires adherence to applicable bankruptcy rules and the firm’s established timelines and objectives.
Requirements Responsibilities - Provide oversight and management of high-volume statewide bankruptcy matters.
- Ensure all appropriate actions are taken to expedite your assigned caseload.
- Act as a liaison between the firm and clients, vendors, outside counsel, courts, trustees, and other foreclosure personnel.
- Comprehensive review of all conditions precedent to filing of a bankruptcy matter, including review of loan documents, financials, and demand letters
- Draft and review pleadings and correspondence to initiate actions.
- Communicate with opposing counsel, trustees, clients and Judges.
- Ensure all internal systems are updated to include findings, documentation, and recommendations.
- Exercise a high degree of confidentiality and professionalism.
- Safeguard compliance with local, state, and federal foreclosure, bankruptcy, and collections requirements, as applicable
- Review and execute Payment Change Notices, Post-Petition Fee Notices, Transfers of Claim, and Proofs of Claim.
- Conduct Chapter 13 and Chapter 11 Plan Reviews.
- Attend court hearings (both virtual and in person as indicated).
- Prepare Motions for Relief from the Automatic Stay, Objections to Plan, and various pleadings associated with the representation of secured creditors in bankruptcy matters.
- Manage assigned case load in a manner that meets goals and client expectations.
- Handle escalated and time sensitive matters as needed.
- Maintain accurate updates in client and firm management systems.
- Outline, prepare, and present pleadings and other legal documents.
Requirements - Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
- Maintain an active membership in good standing with the State Bar of the states where you practice on behalf of the firm.
- Minimum of 3 years of bankruptcy experience. Exposure to Chapter 7, Chapter 11 and Chapter 13 cases and plan confirmation process a must.
- Experience in real estate, mortgage and/or commercial litigation strongly preferred.
- Knowledge of FDCPA, RESPA, TILA, as well as any applicable state and federal debt collection and real property law a plus.
- Experience in foreclosure and real estate law a plus; if none, must be willing to learn.
- Exceptional communication skills (oral and written)
- Ability to travel as needed.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
- Proficiency in legal research, writing, and document drafting.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Commitment to upholding ethical standards and maintaining client confidentiality.
ABOUT MCMICHAEL TAYLOR GRAY, LLC McMichael Taylor Gray, LLC (“MTG”) is a full-service default and creditors’ rights law firm delivering quality, cost-effective legal services for financial institutions throughout most of the Eastern United States. The founding partners of MTG established a forward-thinking, client focused law firm, centered on an unwavering commitment to the following core values:
- Excellence
- Integrity
- Honesty
- Respect
A successful candidate must pass a background check and be able to provide two professional references. All candidates will be subject to pre-employment screens and confirmation of eligibility to work in the United States. Candidates may also be subject to criminal and/or credit history checks and reference checks depending on the nature of the position for which they are applying. Consideration for employment with McMichael Taylor Gray LLC is conditional upon successful completion of these required standards. McMichael Taylor Gray, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.
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