Job Description

Berry and Associates is one of Atlanta's leading Bankruptcy and Social Security Law Firms. The firm has been practicing for 25 years and has helped over 25,000 Georgians get back to their feet financially.

We are currently looking for a consumer Bankruptcy Attorney to join our team. This position is responsible for representing debtors in consumer bankruptcy in the Rome Division.

Our Firm offers a generous benefits package consisting of:

• Performance-based bonus structures;
• Paid time off and paid holidays;
• Medical Insurance (the Firm covers 50% of employee premium);
• GAP deductible coverage (reimbursing you should you have to pay your deductible);
• Dental Insurance;
• Vision Insurance;
• 401k plan with match;
• Other elective insurance including Accident, Cancer, and Term Life;
• Additional miscellaneous elective benefits;
• Employee Assistance Program and Long Term Disability provided for all employees.

The position includes but is not limited to the following tasks:

• Meet with potential clients;
• Advise clients on the different options available to them through bankruptcy;
• Draft new bankruptcy cases;
• Help manage cases from filing through discharge;
• Attend hearings;
• Request/approve drafts of various objections, pleadings, and motions;
• Stay informed of developments in bankruptcy law;
• Meet with existing clients to prepare for hearings;
• Respond to client questions via phone and email.

Required Characteristics and Credentials

• Member in good standing of the State Bar of Georgia;
• At least two years experience working in consumer bankruptcy (creditor or debtor);
• Superior time management, organizational, and communication skills;
• High level of adaptability;
• Able to function with a high level of patience, tact, and diplomacy in handling any complaints and situations;
• Enjoys working as part of a team;
• Moderate computer skills.

Company Description

Berry & Associates is a Georgia law firm with 11 offices in the metro-Atlanta area. We've been helping clients for over 30 years. Our core principle is to provide experienced legal representation with compassion and dignity. Our selection process focuses on building and training a team that embodies that principle.