Timothy Padgett

Legal Assistant

• Assist with research and preparation of legal pleadings for Chapter 7, 11, and 13 bankruptcy cases
• Monitor cases through court dockets and ensure all court deadlines are met
• Keep case management and client communication systems updated with current case statuses
• Communicate with outside parties throughout the bankruptcy process
• Develop and maintain congenial relationships with business associates and clients
• Provide exceptional customer service to clients at every level of interaction
• Support attorneys in a high-volume, time-sensitive environment

Legal Assistant/Paralegal – Bankruptcy

Attorney

• Draft and review legal documents for second-level review by the Supervising Attorney
• Organize case files
• Track legal deadlines
• Coordinate with paralegals and legal assistants on case logistics
• Shadow a senior or supervising attorney for appearances in mediation, court, and sheriff’s sales
• Assist with preparation before appearances
• Collaborate with members of the state team
• Actively participate in weekly state meetings
• Engage with the Supervising Attorney in a weekly one-on-one meeting

Attorney – Foreclosure

• Attend hearings and/or prepare local appearance counsel with clear instructions regarding desired outcomes
• Provide timely hearing results internally and to clients when requested
• Review and sign pleadings before client and/or court submission for compliance with internal and external rules
• Monitor ECFs and dockets in real time and escalate actionable docket events
• Confirm internal and external systems are completed timely and appropriately
• Ensure staff have workable templates compliant with local and federal rules, district rules, and judge-specific rules
• Escalate, manage, and mitigate risks identified on files involving the firm or current clients
• Provide loan-level support to firm staff and clients
• Answer questions and communicate timely with firm staff and clients, including detailed action guidance and legal analysis
• Guide staff in preparing pleadings and provide templates
• Coordinate with leadership to identify process improvements
• Remain current on relevant case law and bankruptcy code developments

Bankruptcy Attorney

• Attend hearings and/or prepare local appearance counsel with clear instructions regarding desired outcomes
• Provide timely hearing results internally and to clients when requested
• Review and sign pleadings before client and/or court submission for compliance with internal and external rules
• Monitor ECFs and dockets in real time and escalate actionable docket events
• Confirm internal and external systems are completed timely and appropriately with referral- and case-specific information
• Ensure staff have workable templates complying with local and federal procedural rules and district- or judge-specific rules
• Escalate, manage, and mitigate identified matters of risk
• Provide loan-level support, legal guidance, and robust legal analysis to firm staff and clients
• Guide staff in preparing pleadings and provide templates
• Coordinate with leadership to identify process improvements
• Remain current on relevant case law and bankruptcy code or case law developments

Attorney – Bankruptcy, NJ

General

• Manage a portfolio of litigated and contested foreclosure cases
• Draft, review, and file legal documents such as motions, pleadings, and affidavits under attorney direction
• Monitor and track court-imposed deadlines
• Prepare case files, gather supporting documentation, and assist with trial preparation or hearings
• Coordinate electronic and physical court filings
• Communicate with clients regarding status updates, inquiries, and escalations
• Collaborate with Managers, Supervisors, Specialists, and attorneys to ensure workflow and case progression
• Ensure compliance with court rules, client guidelines, and regulatory requirements
• Generate case status reports and other documentation for attorneys and management
• Identify workflow improvements and recommend process enhancements
• Assist in training new team members

Legal Assistant/Paralegal – Bankruptcy

Attorney – Foreclosure

Bankruptcy Attorney

Attorney – Bankruptcy, NJ

Foreclosure Litigation Specialist