Paralegal (hybrid - Northbrook, Il)

Wintrust Financial Corporation

Northbrook, IL, US
Base: $71,000 - $85,000; bonus/equity: eligible fo...
Onsite
3 plus years paralegal experience
Bankruptcy docket reviews
Loan documentation drafting
The role involves assisting in-house attorneys with day-to-day business matters including bankruptcy, loan documentation, and litigation

Job Summary

  • The role involves assisting in-house attorneys with day-to-day business matters including bankruptcy, loan documentation, and litigation.
  • Candidates will handle loan-related bankruptcy issues such as docket reviews, communications with trustees, and filing motions for authority to procure financing.
  • The company offers a competitive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401k plan with a generous company match.

Matching Summary

The role involves assisting in-house attorneys with day-to-day business matters including bankruptcy, loan documentation, and litigation.

Salary

Base: $71,000 - $85,000; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for annual discretionary or incentive bonus; Benefits: Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, life, 401k match, and tuition reimbursement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 3 plus years paralegal experience
  • Bankruptcy docket reviews
  • Loan documentation drafting
  • Litigation management support
  • Government agency communication

Nice-to-have

  • Corporate or finance environment experience
  • ABA-approved paralegal certificate
  • Entrepreneurial spirit culture
  • Emotional intelligence demonstration
  • Self-starter initiative

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 3 plus years paralegal experience
  • Bankruptcy experience strongly preferred
  • ABA-approved program certificate preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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