No Shortage of Work for Bankruptcy Paralegals

The bankruptcy business in eastern North Carolina is healthy but “heartbreaking” according to Fayetteville attorney Bruce Allen. Layoffs and foreclosures are leading to an increased number of bankruptcy filings.

Paralegal Annie Kosko, an employee of The Law Offices of John T. Orcutt, says her firm filed 65 petitions in January 2009. "Sometimes, I almost feel guilty I have a job", she says.

[Ms.] Kosko said every day brings new emotion as she tries to help clients.

"Some of them cry; some of them are angry," she said. "Some days, it's fantastic because you can help everybody you see, and it's wonderful – you feel great. Some days, it's not."

See WRAL.com.

Paralegals frequently work one-on-one with people going through some of the worst experiences of their lives, including bankruptcy. Helping individuals navigate the emotionally-charged bankruptcy process with dignity and respect is demanding but fulfilling work. Ms. Kosko, you’re doing good work, and I’m glad you’re there to help.