Senior Bankruptcy Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Baltimore, MD, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Bankruptcy Attorney to join their team. The successful candidate will be pivotal in handling various creditors' rights and commercial loan transactional matters, including complex Chapter 11 cases, reorganizations, and commercial loan workouts.

Duties:

• Manage and oversee complex Chapter 11 cases and reorganizations.
• Handle commercial loan workouts, documentation, and collections.
• Interact extensively with clients, providing guidance and support throughout legal proceedings.
• Demonstrate proficiency in understanding lending laws and regulations.
• Assume significant responsibility for clients, including first-chairing projects and leading legal teams.
• Utilize strong writing ability and analytical skills to prepare legal documents and arguments.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 8 years of experience practicing law, focusing on bankruptcy and creditors' rights.
• Proven track record of handling complex Chapter 11 cases and commercial loan workouts.
• Strong understanding of commercial loan documentation and lending laws/regulations.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to effectively interact with clients and provide strategic legal advice.
• Creative problem-solving skills and aptitude for business generation.
• Experience first-chairing projects and assuming significant responsibility for clients.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Maryland State Bar or eligibility for admission through reciprocity.
• Certification in bankruptcy law or creditors' rights is preferred.

Skills:

• Proficiency in bankruptcy law and commercial loan transactions.
• Exceptional writing and drafting skills for legal documents and arguments.
• Strong analytical skills for assessing complex legal issues.
• Ability to effectively communicate with clients and legal teams.
• Aptitude for generating new business opportunities.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.

We like this firm that is one of Maryland's premier full-service law firms with 75 attorneys. At this size, the firm is large enough to have some level of expertise in every significant area of the law. Associates can expect a flexible career environment and democratic firm governance, along with an informal and collegial atmosphere. Associates are encouraged to assume responsibility early in their legal career and are provided with training and support to facilitate their professional development.