Business Restructuring & Insolvency Associate Attorney
2 months ago
New York
Job DescriptionBusiness Restructuring & Insolvency Associate Attorney Location: New York, New York Direct Counsel is seeking a Business Restructuring & Insolvency Associate to join the nationally recognized Business Restructuring & Insolvency Practice Group of a premier global law firm in New York. This is an exceptional opportunity for an associate with sophisticated bankruptcy and restructuring experience to work on high-profile Chapter 11 proceedings, complex liability management transactions, and strategic out-of-court restructurings. The practice is consistently recognized as a leader in the restructuring space and advises clients across a broad spectrum of distressed and special situations matters, including some of the most significant corporate restructurings in recent years. Responsibilities • Represent debtors, creditors, lenders, investors, and other stakeholders in complex restructuring and insolvency matters, • Work on large-scale Chapter 11 cases and out-of-court restructuring transactions, • Assist with:, • Restructuring support agreements, • Debtor-in-possession and exit financing arrangements, • Asset sales and distressed acquisitions, • Liability management transactions, • Plan negotiation and confirmation matters, • Draft and negotiate restructuring-related agreements and court filings, • Conduct legal and strategic analysis relating to distressed situations and insolvency matters, • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across finance, corporate, litigation, and regulatory practices, • Manage multiple sophisticated matters with increasing responsibility and client interactionQualifications, • J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials, • 4–6 years of experience in bankruptcy, restructuring, or special situations matters at a leading law firm, • Significant experience with large, complex Chapter 11 cases and out-of-court restructurings required, • Strong understanding of restructuring and insolvency principles, • Experience with transactional restructuring matters, including financing arrangements and liability management transactions, • Excellent drafting, negotiation, analytical, and communication skills, • Strong judgment and ability to manage complex matters in a fast-paced environment, • Admission to the New York State Bar requiredCompensation & Benefits, • Salary range: $310,000 – $390,000, depending on experience and qualifications, • Competitive discretionary bonus opportunities, • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, • Industry-leading parental leave and family support benefits, • 401(k) and Roth 401(k) retirement plans, • Wellness and mental health resources, including employee assistance and wellness programs, • Flexible time away and reduced schedule arrangements, • Paid bar registration and professional association fees, • Robust mentorship, sponsorship, and career development programs, • Significant pro bono opportunities and charitable matching initiatives This is an outstanding opportunity for a restructuring associate seeking sophisticated bankruptcy and special situations work, meaningful client engagement, and long-term growth within one of the nation’s leading restructuring practices.