Vanessa Colipano

Detail-oriented Bankruptcy Legal Assistant with over 3 years of hands-on experience supporting US-based bankruptcy law firms remotely from the Philippines. Proficient in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 case management, PACER/ECF filings, 341 Meeting preparation, legal document drafting, and client communication. Proven ability to manage high-volume caseloads with accuracy and strict deadline compliance. Seeking to contribute expertise to a top-tier bankruptcy law firm in the US or UK.

Legal Assistant – Bankruptcy at Resolve Law Group (2025-09 – Present)

• Prepared and reviewed bankruptcy petitions, schedules, and statements for Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 filings, ensuring full compliance with federal bankruptcy court rules.
• Filed pleadings and legal documents electronically through PACER/ECF, meeting strict court deadlines.
• Assisted clients in preparation for 341 Meetings of Creditors, providing clear guidance and documentation support.
• Coordinated with attorneys, trustees, and creditors regarding case progress, required documentation, and urgent updates.
• Drafted legal documents including motions, notices, and client correspondence with high accuracy.
• Collected, organized, and analyzed client financial records (tax returns, pay stubs, bank statements, credit reports) for inclusion in filings.
• Conducted basic legal research to support case preparation and verified filing accuracy and completeness.
• Maintained and updated case management systems and client records across a high-volume caseload.

Post-Petition Clerk at Allmand Law (2024-08 – 2025-02)

• Managed client communications from case filing through 341 meetings, providing timely and accurate case status updates.
• Processed support tickets and escalated urgent matters, ensuring resolution within required timeframes.
• Conducted new case setups in the HUB system: verified trustee assignments, created 341 events, set claims bar dates, discharge deadlines, and first trustee payment dates.
• Uploaded required documents to trustees and coordinated collection of missing client materials.
• Oversaw authorization uploads for Chapter 13 cases, confirming documentation accuracy and completeness.
• Handled repossession and garnishment inquiries, providing clients with accurate and actionable information.
• Scheduled meetings for senior paralegals and confirmed attorney-client meeting coordination.

Client Consultant – Bankruptcy at FairmaxLaw (2023-09 – 2024-08)

• Applied in-depth knowledge of Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 of the US Bankruptcy Code as applicable in Michigan.
• Managed client intake process, gathering initial case information and facilitating smooth transitions between legal services.
• Drafted approximately 100 litigation letters daily by referencing the Register of Actions from the 36th District Court, Michigan.
• Facilitated service of lawsuit letters via Stann Dash Mail, processing approximately 200 letters daily — significantly increasing client retention.
• Ensured strict confidentiality of client information and assisted in resolving client-firm conflicts.
• Provided general administrative support to attorneys and paralegals using Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Zoom, and Fairmax CRM.

Tier 3 Customer Support Representative at Sykes Asia / Foundever (2023-05 – 2023-09)

• Provided expert technical and billing support for SimpliSafe Home Security across Tier 1–3 levels, handling high-volume inbound calls using Genesys CRM.

Billing & Collection Officer at Pryce Gardens Corporation (2021-05 – 2023-02)

• Managed collections, generated statements of accounts, processed payroll, and maintained client financial records — developing strong financial documentation and analytical skills applicable to legal finance roles.

BS in Development Communication – Zamboanga Peninsula Polytechnic State University (ZPPSU) (2018)

Summer Internship Completion – Ateneo de Zamboanga (2017)