Ana H. Palacios
Summary
Bankruptcy Paralegal with over 10 years of experience in creditor's rights. Skilled team player focused on consistency, efficiency, and accuracy through client satisfaction and high quality service. Eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Bankruptcy Specialist
Ghidotti Berger, LLP
03.2020 - 10.2022
- Managed bankruptcy portfolio of 150-200 on behalf of secured creditors in Chapter 7 and 13 cases for real and personal property.
- Drafted and filed pleadings including bankruptcy notices of mortgage payment change, transfers of claim, motions for relief, objections to confirmation, certificate of service, stipulations, notice of default, and adequate protection orders.
- Knowledge of Federal and local rules in California, Washington, Nevada, Arizona, Colorado, Nebraska, Texas, and Florida.
- Responsible for calendaring of court hearings and deadlines.
- Thorough understanding of mortgage loan documents including chain of title.
- Provided administrative support and assistance to 4 firm attorneys while accomplishing daily duties.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service deadlines.
- Handled SLA scorecards for multiple clients as needed.
- Effectively assisted clients, attorneys, and opposing counsel while overseeing multiple case management databases.
- Filed documents electronically using CM/ECF filing system.
- Evaluated files to determine appropriate litigation.
Bankruptcy Specialist
ZBS Law, LLP
01.2016 - 03.2020
- Audited loan referrals upon receipt to ensure court deadlines were met for portfolio ranging from 200-250 cases.
- Drafted and filed court documents such as Proofs of Claim, Notices of Mortgage Payment Change, Notice of Post-petition Fees, Expenses and Charges, and Transfers of Claim for states of California, Washington, and Oregon.
- Primarily executed drafting of 410A payment history attachment of Proof of Claim.
- Drafted mortgage assignments necessary for proper chain of title, sent for execution, and recording with county.
- Updated and maintained client communication portals to ensure service deadlines were timely fulfilled.
Legal Assistant
Malcolm Cisneros, A Law Corporation
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Assembled exhibits, affidavits, and other legal documents.
- Drafted and filed pleading such as Proofs of Claims and Transfer of Claim for states of California, Washington, and Oregon.
- Managed portfolio of cases ranging from 100-150 files for proof of claim matters.
- Performed assigned projects as needed.
- Filed court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf of attorneys.
Bankruptcy Specialist
Miles, Bauer, Bergstrom & Winters, LLP
10.2008 - 10.2014
- Reviewed and audited new bankruptcy cases upon receipt.
- Managed caseload of 250-300 bankruptcy cases on behalf of secured creditors.
- Responsible for review of plan reviews, drafting objections to plan, proofs of claim, and motions for relief for state of California in Chapter 7 and 13 cases.
- Ensured timely execution and filing of documents to fulfill servicer and court deadlines.
- Collaborated with attorneys and other legal personnel on bankruptcy document review and making necessary corrections.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Law And Society
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA08.2008
Skills
- Detail Oriented
- ECF Filing/PACER
- Microsoft Office
- Ability to work in fast-paced environment
- Strong Interpersonal Skills
- Strong organizational and analytical skills
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Senior Bankruptcy Specialist
Ghidotti Berger, LLP
03.2020 - 10.2022
Bankruptcy Specialist
ZBS Law, LLP
01.2016 - 03.2020
Legal Assistant
Malcolm Cisneros, A Law Corporation
01.2015 - 01.2016
Bankruptcy Specialist
Miles, Bauer, Bergstrom & Winters, LLP
10.2008 - 10.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Law And Society
University of California, Santa Barbara
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