Bankruptcy paralegal vs litigation paralegal

Differences between bankruptcy paralegal and litigation paralegal duties and responsibilities

Bankruptcy paralegal example responsibilities.

• Manage and organize all aspects of foreclosure cases coordinating document flow and logistical preparation for complex cases.
• Manage large volume of documents, enabling attorneys to easily identify key documents that are critical for mediation and arbitration.
• Prepare first and final probate court filings.
• Draft pleadings, research court filings, and communicate with title companies to process real estate foreclosure proceedings.
• Arrange service of subpoenas and summonses.
• Initial set up and opening of files; including obtaining court documents from pacer.
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Litigation paralegal example responsibilities.

• Achieve sole responsibility for administration of all estates and guardianships.
• Deliver PowerPoint presentations to various legal groups with regard to managing discovery.
• Assist patent attorneys by managing invention disclosure documentation and relate correspondence with outside counsel and USPTO.
• Organize and computer-log hundreds of litigation files, ranging from asbestos exposure to product liability cases.
• Assist attorneys with all aspects of litigation from preliminary motions through discovery and preparations for arbitration or trial.
• Proofread and edit legal documents.
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