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Houston office of our client seeks bankruptcy associate attorney with preferably 5-9 years of experience in significant transactions in various stages of bankruptcy proceedings with a basic understanding of accounting and financial issues that affect restructuring transactions. The candidate will handle matters from a creditor's perspective arising under the United States Bankruptcy Code, particularly under Chapter 11. Will understand, analyze, and monitor simple and complex chapter 11 cases. Determine the need for, and draft responses and objections to significant events in bankruptcy cases. Work with support staff and local counsel as needed. Communicate effectively with staff, opposing counsel and bankruptcy court personal. Perform other duties as assigned. Must be Licensed or eligible to be licensed to practice in federal courts in Texas. Knowledge and experience handling significant events in chapter 11 cases such as DIP Funding, Sale Motions, Motions for Stay Relief, Plans Objections, defending Objections to Claims and Preference Actions is needed. Must preferably be Licensed to practice in federal courts of other states, particularly Delaware, New York, California, and Virginia. Legal

Excellent writing skills is needed. Excellent writing and research skills. Must have a strong work ethic, organizational skills, inter-personal and social skills, and be a self-starter. Juris Doctor is needed.