498 Bankruptcy Attorney jobs in the United States

Job Description

Position: Bankruptcy Attorney

Location: Suwanee, GA (In-Office)
Employment Type: Full-time
Compensation: $75,000 – $100,000, depending on experience
Start Date: Immediate

About the Organization:

This established law firm has a reputation for client-centered service and a strong culture of mentorship, integrity, and excellence. Built on a foundation of faith-based values, the firm emphasizes dignity, honesty, and care in every client interaction and prides itself on guiding clients through difficult times while fostering a supportive environment for attorneys to grow and succeed.

About the Role:

The Bankruptcy Attorney will manage approximately 50 cases with the support of a dedicated support staff. This role is ideal for an attorney seeking to develop further expertise in bankruptcy law while benefiting from the guidance of experienced leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Meet with prospective clients to determine chapter eligibility and prepare required documents.

• Review Chapter 7 and 13 petitions, schedules, means tests, and plans for accuracy.
  Prepare and attend 341 Meetings of Creditors, ensuring clients are ready for proceedings.
  Monitor Chapter 7 and 13 cases post-filing, resolving objections and preparing matters for confirmation.

• Communicate with trustees and opposing counsel to resolve issues and disputes.

• Draft and respond to post-confirmation motions and related filings.

• Supervise assigned paralegal staff, providing oversight and support.

• Conduct legal research using platforms such as Westlaw and LexisNexis.

• Draft and review pleadings, contracts, and client consent forms.

• Manage multiple cases and deadlines effectively while ensuring consistent client communication

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) and active Georgia Bar membership required.

• Effective communication and organizational skills

• Strong research and analytical skills

• Experience with Westlaw and LexisNexis
  
  

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a firm built on mentorship and collaboration, where your growth is actively supported.

• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, malpractice premiums, bar dues, and CLE stipend.

• Join a mission-driven firm rooted in integrity, honesty, and dignity, where client service comes first.

• Opportunities to make a direct impact on clients' lives during challenging times.

Job Description

Job Summary:

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP is seeking an initiative-taking, Mississippi licensed, Consumer Bankruptcy Attorney with 2–3 years of experience to join our dynamic National Bankruptcy team. Our firm represents secured creditors, with a primary focus on mortgage default legal services, including Chapter 7, 11, and 13 bankruptcy matters across multiple jurisdictions. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of the Bankruptcy Code, experience handling contested and uncontested matters, and a commitment to delivering high-quality legal services in a fast-paced environment.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• J.D. from an accredited law school; licensed and in good standing in Mississippi (additional admissions are a plus but not required).
• 2–3 years of experience in consumer bankruptcy law, representing creditors is preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of bankruptcy rules, electronic court filing systems (e.g., PACER, CM/ECF), and knowledge of servicing platforms is a plus.
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage high-volume caseload.
• Meticulous details with strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws.
• Motivated self starter, with the ability to multi-task, as well as to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
• Possess the ability to work under various pressures and meet strict deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and at ease with utilizing technology.
• Overall positive attitude and willingness to adapt to change.
• Can identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
• Balances team and individual responsibilities while contributing to building a positive team spirit.
• Examines ways to improve and promote quality.
• Remote / Work From Home position or ability to work in MRLP’s Office located in Jackson, MS.
• Must be able to attend hearings throughout the State of Mississippi, as needed, and in conjunction with coverage attorneys as well.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS (NOT REQUIRED)

• Multi-jurisdictional bar admission(s).
• Experience working with mortgage servicers or financial institutions.
• Familiarity with BK case management systems such as BKFS, Tempo, or LPS Desktop.

BENEFITS

• Competitive and comprehensive salary package and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.
• Professional development opportunities and continuing legal education (CLE) support.
• Collaborative team environment with room for growth.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, or crouch The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Normal office working conditions. The noise level in the work environment is quiet to moderate.

If you possess the requisite qualifications and are seeking the challenge of working in a market leading established, and always growing law firm, please submit your resume in confidence.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States.

**Because of the high volume of calls received, only qualified candidates will be contacted for consideration.**

If you are interested in this position, please email your PDF or Word doc resume to:

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the Firm.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP has historically represented over 350 financial institutions nationwide. With its finger to the pulse of the financial services industry, the firm works with legislators on both the state and federal level to assure quality legislation, particularly for it's mortgage servicing clients. The firm’s unique ability to meet the specific needs of clientele, combined with industry perspective, experience, team approach, and personalized attention, assures clients cost effective and comprehensive legal counsel.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP is passionate about fostering an environment that supports both personal and professional development. Our most valued investment is human capital. The firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the work place.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP has historically represented over 350 financial institutions nationwide. With its finger to the pulse of the financial services industry, the firm works with legislators on both the state and federal level to assure quality legislation, particularly for it's mortgage servicing clients. The firm’s unique ability to meet the specific needs of clientele, combined with industry perspective, experience, team approach, and personalized attention, assures clients cost effective and comprehensive legal counsel.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP is passionate about fostering an environment that supports both personal and professional development. Our most valued investment is human capital. The firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the work place.

Job Description

A full service creditor's rights law firm with a national bankruptcy practice is seeking an attorney with experience representing secured creditors in consumer Chapter 7, 11, and 13 bankruptcy cases. A qualified candidate must have 2+ years’ experience and a working knowledge of the Bankruptcy Code and Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure. However, we are open to training the right team-oriented candidate with less experience. License to practice law in Ohio and/or Kentucky.

Specific Job Responsibilities:

• Primarily manages bankruptcy routine matters
• Draft and review all pleadings and claims filed in the particular matter
• Attends scheduled hearings
• Responds to general firm wide bankruptcy inquiries
• Review filings on behalf of the clients
• Monitoring of all electronic filings (ECFs)
• Resolving routine bankruptcy matters such as Motions for Relief, Objections to Confirmation, Proofs of claim, etc.
• Regular communication with the client, opposing counsel and the Court

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of bankruptcy rules/laws and general Creditor Rights laws
• Computer Literacy Professionalism
• Keyboard Skills Attention to detail
• Time Management Communication Skills

Required Education and Training:

• Law degree – JD
• Barred in OH and/or KY
• Admitted to District and/or Bankruptcy Courts in OH and/or KY

Job Description

A full service creditor's rights law firm with a national bankruptcy practice is seeking an attorney with experience representing secured creditors in consumer Chapter 7, 11, and 13 bankruptcy cases. A qualified candidate must have 2+ years’ experience and a working knowledge of the Bankruptcy Code and Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure. However, we are open to training the right team-oriented candidate with less experience. License to practice law in Ohio and/or Kentucky.

Specific Job Responsibilities:

• Primarily manages bankruptcy routine matters
• Draft and review all pleadings and claims filed in the particular matter
• Attends scheduled hearings
• Responds to general firm wide bankruptcy inquiries
• Review filings on behalf of the clients
• Monitoring of all electronic filings (ECFs)
• Resolving routine bankruptcy matters such as Motions for Relief, Objections to Confirmation, Proofs of claim, etc.
• Regular communication with the client, opposing counsel and the Court

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of bankruptcy rules/laws and general Creditor Rights laws
• Computer Literacy Professionalism
• Keyboard Skills Attention to detail
• Time Management Communication Skills

Required Education and Training:

• Law degree – JD
• Barred in OH and/or KY
• Admitted to District and/or Bankruptcy Courts in OH and/or KY

Job Description

A full service creditor's rights law firm with a national bankruptcy practice is seeking an attorney with experience representing secured creditors in consumer Chapter 7, 11, and 13 bankruptcy cases. A qualified candidate must have 2+ years’ experience and a working knowledge of the Bankruptcy Code and Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure. However, we are open to training the right team-oriented candidate with less experience. License to practice law in Ohio and/or Kentucky.

Specific Job Responsibilities:

• Primarily manages bankruptcy routine matters
• Draft and review all pleadings and claims filed in the particular matter
• Attends scheduled hearings
• Responds to general firm wide bankruptcy inquiries
• Review filings on behalf of the clients
• Monitoring of all electronic filings (ECFs)
• Resolving routine bankruptcy matters such as Motions for Relief, Objections to Confirmation, Proofs of claim, etc.
• Regular communication with the client, opposing counsel and the Court

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of bankruptcy rules/laws and general Creditor Rights laws
• Computer Literacy Professionalism
• Keyboard Skills Attention to detail
• Time Management Communication Skills

Required Education and Training:

• Law degree – JD
• Barred in OH and/or KY
• Admitted to District and/or Bankruptcy Courts in OH and/or KY

Job Description

A full service creditor's rights law firm with a national bankruptcy practice is seeking an attorney with experience representing secured creditors in consumer Chapter 7, 11, and 13 bankruptcy cases. A qualified candidate must have 2+ years’ experience and a working knowledge of the Bankruptcy Code and Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure. However, we are open to training the right team-oriented candidate with less experience. License to practice law in Ohio and/or Kentucky.

Specific Job Responsibilities:

• Primarily manages bankruptcy routine matters
• Draft and review all pleadings and claims filed in the particular matter
• Attends scheduled hearings
• Responds to general firm wide bankruptcy inquiries
• Review filings on behalf of the clients
• Monitoring of all electronic filings (ECFs)
• Resolving routine bankruptcy matters such as Motions for Relief, Objections to Confirmation, Proofs of claim, etc.
• Regular communication with the client, opposing counsel and the Court

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of bankruptcy rules/laws and general Creditor Rights laws
• Computer Literacy Professionalism
• Keyboard Skills Attention to detail
• Time Management Communication Skills

Required Education and Training:

• Law degree – JD
• Barred in OH and/or KY
• Admitted to District and/or Bankruptcy Courts in OH and/or KY

Pay: $200,000.00 - $315,000.00 per year

Job description:

Note: This hybrid position requires employees to be on-site three days a week at our clients New York City office.

Note: The qualified candidate for this position must have at least 2 years of bankruptcy law experience and active bar admission in New York.

About Our Client
Our client is a respected, multi-office law firm with a strong reputation across New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Texas, Florida, and Washington, D.C. Known for high-caliber legal work, collaborative culture, and commitment to client service, they represent a diverse range of businesses and institutions.

Job Description

• Handle Chapter 7, Chapter 11, and Chapter 13 bankruptcy matters
• Represent clients in bankruptcy court and manage adversary proceedings
• Draft motions, pleadings, and discovery responses
• Conduct legal research and provide strategic case advice
• Collaborate with colleagues across practice areas to resolve complex issues
• Manage client communications and maintain strong relationships
• Support litigation matters related to insolvency and restructuring

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• At least 2 years of bankruptcy law experience
• Active admission to the New York State Bar (additional state admissions a plus)
• Strong academic record and legal writing skills
• Litigation experience preferred but not required
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a highly respected, nationally recognized law firm
• Work on high-profile bankruptcy and restructuring cases
• Professional growth in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
• Comprehensive benefits and competitive compensation package

JPC-399

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Primary Responsibilities: