Overview As an Associate in our Insolvency & Restructuring group, you will support representations in Chapter 11 matters and out-of-court restructurings for debtors, committees, secured creditors, and other constituents. You will collaborate with a cross-firm team to deliver high-quality analysis, writing, and advocacy. The role involves handling fast-paced, multi-project work, including cross-border matters, with direct client and matter management responsibility. This is a midtown NYC hybrid opportunity at a global law firm with a strong emphasis on teamwork and professional excellence. You will contribute to complex restructuring initiatives and help shape strategy for distressed situations.
Compensation / Benefits- medical, dental, vision
- life and disability insurance
- dependent care flexible spending accounts
- 401(k) plan with profit-sharing
- paid holidays and time-off
- wellness program
Responsibilities- Represent debtors, committees, creditors, asset purchasers, and other constituents in Chapter 11 proceedings and out-of-court restructurings, including cross-border matters.
- Conduct deposition and trial preparation when relevant.
- Collaborate with attorneys across the firm as integral members of high-performing, collaborative teams.
- Manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Support development of legal strategy and client advocacy.
- Participate in cross-border matters across the team
Key requirements- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
- Admitted to the New York Bar in good standing
- 2-4 years of restructuring experience
- Experience representing diverse stakeholders in Chapter 11 and restructurings
- Top 50 law school graduate
- Experience or familiarity with AmLaw 200 law firm environment
- Deposition and trial preparation experience a plus
- Strong academic record and excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work with cross-functional teams and manage multiple deadlines
- strong interpersonal and communication skills
- team collaboration
- ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced setting
- Chapter 11 proceedings knowledge
- cross-border restructurings
- legal research and writing
