Bankruptcy Attorney

The Opportunity: Lincoln-Goldfinch Law is seeking an experienced Bankruptcy Attorney to join our Texas-based team. This candidate will be responsible for providing legal counsel related to Chapter 7, 11, and 13 bankruptcy cases, conducting research for clients, attending any court hearings, and offering guidance and support to individuals throughout the process. Our Firm Culture: We take pride in our passionate and collaborative environment, and the key to joining our team is finding a place within this culture. We're constantly investing in new technologies to make our jobs easier, and our culture is based on principles such as trust, transparency, and teamwork. We strive to create an atmosphere that is high energy and enthusiastic, yet remains detail-oriented and organized. Our Core Values: Commitment To Excellence: We are a constantly evolving organization that is committed to improving ourselves, our processes, our results, and our impact. We are agile in an effort to make today better than yesterday. Integrity: We believe in open communication - giving and getting honest, constructive feedback. We proactively take ownership of our mistakes, creating a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. We celebrate the lessons learned from our experiences. In This Together: We embrace the principle that when we set our teammates up for success, we all succeed. And when a client doesn't receive exceptional service, we have a shared responsibility to learn from the failure. We acknowledge our individual accountability in collectively providing an unparalleled client experience. Passion: We care intensely about the success of our clients and our team members. We are tenacious and persevere through challenges with optimism and creativity. We are confident in ourselves and our impact on the world. Inclusion: We nurture and embrace differing perspectives with kindness and empathy. Together, we uplift the marginalized, promoting equality and driving positive change in our communities and our team. Responsibilities: Onboard new bankruptcy cases; Meet with and sign prospective clients; Attend hearings; Advise clients on the options available to them through bankruptcy; Independently manage cases from filing through discharge; Stay informed of developments in bankruptcy law; Request/approve drafts of petitions, pleadings, and motions; Respond to client questions via phone and email; Manage legal assistant s tasks; Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: Must have a Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school; Must be licensed to practice law in the State of Texas; Must be admitted to practice in the Western District of Texas; Two or more years of experience in bankruptcy law is preferred; Ability to attend court hearings and travel as needed; Understanding of the legal procedures in Texas; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Proficiency in filing petitions in Texas bankruptcy courts; Knowledge of the Bankruptcy Code and relevant local rules; Dedicated to providing clients with superior service; Comfortable in a fast-paced work environment. Compensation: $85,000 - $135,000 yearly

Onboard new bankruptcy cases; Meet with and sign prospective clients; Attend hearings; Advise clients on the options available to them through bankruptcy; Independently manage cases from filing through discharge; Stay informed of developments in bankruptcy law; Request/approve drafts of petitions, pleadings, and motions; Respond to client questions via phone and email; Manage legal assistant s tasks; Performs other related duties as assigned.