Bankruptcy assistant vs paralegal

Differences between bankruptcy assistant and paralegal duties and responsibilities

Bankruptcy assistant example responsibilities.

• Perform UCC searches to obtain a clear insight on any liens on assets manage by the trustee.
• Manage active caseload of labor arbitrations.
• Monitor cases for enter relief orders and/or dismissal orders and close files upon completion.
• Prepare and file motion for relief, proof of claims and default orders on behalf of the mortgage companies.
• Draft and file foreclosure documents.
• Prepare loan modification packages, filing lawsuits, coordinating foreclosure sales, reviewing bankruptcy schedules.
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Paralegal example responsibilities.

• Manage client expenses and prepare billing and financial statements using PClaw and reconcile attorney's escrow and general accounts using QuickBooks.
• Manage discovery process of lawsuits by preparing pleadings and subpoenas for records and answering requests for production and interrogatories.
• Manage large volume of documents, enabling attorneys to easily identify key documents that are critical for mediation and arbitration.
• Prepare H-1B petition with supporting evidence and supplementary forms for attorney review and filing with USCIS.
• Conduct legal research on Lexis and factual inquiries regarding pending litigation.
• Review Lexis Nexis for any and all relevant documents regarding hormone replacement litigation.
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