Bilingual Paralegal - U.S. Bankruptcy Law (On-Site In Guadalajara)

Location : Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico (On-Site Only)

Job Type : Full-Time | Office-Based

Department : Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

About the Firm

Miller & Miller is a leading U.S. consumer bankruptcy law firm headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with an expanding legal operations office in Guadalajara, Mexico. We specialize in Chapter 13 and Chapter 7 bankruptcy and are growing our bilingual legal support team in Mexico. Our firm is known for high-quality legal services, professionalism, and long-term career development.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly proficient Bilingual Paralegal / Legal Assistant (Advanced English required) to join our Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Department . This is a 100% on-site position in Guadalajara supporting U.S. attorneys and legal staff with active bankruptcy cases.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and file Chapter 13 bankruptcy plans , amendments, and related documents
• Monitor ECF court filings daily and process incoming court notices
• Review and respond to motions for relief , motions to dismiss , and other pleadings
• Support Mortgage Modification Mediation (MMM) processes
• Submit and track requests involving vehicle purchases and student loan adjustments within bankruptcy plans
• Maintain accurate documentation and track all court deadlines

Required Qualifications

• Advanced English (spoken and written) – essential for daily communication with U.S. attorneys
• Experience as a Paralegal or Legal Assistant :
• Knowledge of Chapter 7 and/or Chapter 13 bankruptcy preferred
• Excellent communication, organization, and attention to detail
• Ability to work full-time on-site in Guadalajara (no remote option)

Preferred Skills

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field
• Legal drafting experience in English
• Paralegal Certificate or Legal Studies degree
• Familiarity with U.S. court systems and bankruptcy procedures