Kristen Fundenberger
Pre-Filing Paralegal
1. Tell me about your role at Bankruptcy Law Professionals – what is a typical day like?
I am the Pre-Filing Paralegal for all new clients. That means that I talk with new clients to set up their initial consultation with the attorney and make sure that all their bankruptcy documents are collected before we file their bankruptcy with the court. A typical day consists of receiving calls for all new clients and following up with clients who still need to retain our firm and provide us with their documents. I review client files, scan their documents, and make sure their file is all ready for us to prepare their case and schedule their signing appointment. I am also Jesse’s assistant, which consists of taking his voicemails, scheduling his calendar, and working on marketing material for him.
2. What do you enjoy most about your work?
I most enjoy being able to work from home. I also like that this job is not stressful, as most of the clients are kind and just appreciate all the help that Jesse and the firm are doing to help them with their debt. I like helping people, and I get to talk with clients every day, even though I wish sometimes that I could meet them face to face!
3. What were you doing before you joined Bankruptcy Law Professionals?
Before I joined BLP, I worked as the Associate Director for Admissions at Colorado Christian University for five years. I helped lead the Admissions team, recruited potential students from Northern Colorado, and helped students and their families decide if CCU was the right fit for them. I enjoyed my job and was able to earn my MBA for free while I worked there – which was a huge plus!
4. What are your goals for the future?
My career goals are not as clear or set in stone, as my family goals. I am having my first baby – a BOY – in late February. My husband and I are excited to finally be parents and love on this little one as much as possible! I have wanted to be a mom since I can remember, and this is a dream come true for me personally. As for my future career goals, I hope to one day use my MBA to help women experience fresh new starts. I have always had a passion for women with rough pasts or who have not had the greatest chances to succeed at life. I would hope to one day be part of an organization that helps these women get on their feet again, and discover their God-given purpose!
5. What do you like about living in Colorado?
To start, I grew up in El Paso, Texas – you got to love living on the border – except that most people just drive through El Paso and don’t stay for long. That being said, I love everything about living in Colorado! I have lived here for over 10 years, and I have enjoyed that we get all four seasons here. I enjoy the mountains, the community I have here, and the fact that I met my husband here. I love the local church I am part of out here, and I don’t plan on moving anytime soon!
6. If you could win a dream vacation, where would you go and what would you do there?
If I could win a dream vacation, I would want it to be a cruise or tour of Europe with my husband. He has never been, and I absolutely love Europe. I would want to do a three-week trip touring Europe with a really nice camera to capture all our favorite memories. I would want Ireland and Italy to be included in that tour. I love to travel and my passport is always ready for a good trip overseas!
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